Toronto Blue Jays’ pitcher Jose Berrios put on a stellar performance on Tuesday night, leading his team to a 7-2 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals. The win was highlighted by Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s milestone achievement of registering his 500th career RBI.
Berrios, who was acquired by the Blue Jays in a trade with the Minnesota Twins just a few days ago, showed why he was a valuable addition to the team. He pitched six strong innings, allowing only two runs on five hits while striking out seven batters. This was his first start for the Blue Jays and he did not disappoint.
The Blue Jays’ offense was also firing on all cylinders, with Guerrero Jr. leading the way. The 22-year-old slugger hit a two-run double in the first inning, bringing in his 500th career RBI. This makes him the youngest player in Blue Jays’ history to reach this milestone, surpassing the previous record held by Carlos Delgado.
Guerrero Jr. has been having a phenomenal season, leading the league in batting average, home runs, and RBIs. He is also a top contender for the American League MVP award. His 500th RBI is just another accomplishment in what has been a remarkable year for the young star.
The Blue Jays’ offense didn’t stop there, as they continued to put runs on the board throughout the game. Marcus Semien hit a solo home run in the third inning, while Teoscar Hernandez and Lourdes Gurriel Jr. each had RBI singles in the fifth inning. The team’s offensive outburst was too much for the Cardinals to handle, as they were unable to mount a comeback.
With this win, the Blue Jays improve their record to 60-49 and remain in the hunt for a playoff spot. They currently sit just two games back from the second wild card spot in the American League.
The Blue Jays will look to continue their winning ways as they face the Cardinals again on Wednesday night. With Berrios and Guerrero Jr. leading the way, the team has high hopes for the rest of the season. Fans can expect to see more exciting performances from these two stars as the Blue Jays make a push for the playoffs.
