Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Jose Berrios delivered a stellar performance on Sunday, leading his team to a 5-1 victory over the Los Angeles Angels. Berrios pitched a complete game, allowing only one run on five hits while striking out five batters.
The Blue Jays’ offense was also on fire, with Daulton Varsho hitting a three-run homer in the second inning to give the team an early lead. This was Varsho’s first home run since being traded to the Blue Jays from the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Berrios, who was acquired by the Blue Jays in a trade with the Minnesota Twins just a few days ago, showed why he is considered one of the top pitchers in the league. He kept the Angels’ hitters off balance with his mix of fastballs, curveballs, and changeups, and was able to work out of any trouble he faced.
The Blue Jays’ defense also played a crucial role in the win, with center fielder George Springer making a spectacular diving catch in the seventh inning to rob Angels’ designated hitter Shohei Ohtani of a hit.
The win completed a three-game sweep for the Blue Jays over the Angels, who are currently struggling with injuries to key players. The Blue Jays have now won five straight games and are making a strong push for a playoff spot in the highly competitive American League East division.
With the addition of Berrios to their already talented roster, the Blue Jays are looking like a serious contender for the postseason. The team’s offense, led by stars like Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Marcus Semien, has been one of the best in the league, and now with Berrios anchoring the pitching rotation, the Blue Jays have a well-rounded team that can compete with the best in the league.
The Blue Jays will look to continue their winning streak as they head to Boston to take on the Red Sox in a crucial divisional matchup. With their recent success, the Blue Jays are proving that they are a force to be reckoned with and are determined to make a deep run in the playoffs.
