Vladimir Guerrero Jr. continued his impressive performance by hitting two home runs and leading the Toronto Blue Jays to a 9-3 victory over the New York Yankees. Guerrero, who has hit six home runs in the last eight games, ended the game with six RBIs. Alejandro Kirk also contributed with two hits and two RBIs in the game.
The Yankees, who had won the previous game to break a four-game losing streak, now have lost 10 of their last 13 games. Isiah Kiner-Falefa had an outstanding game with four hits, while George Springer reached base three times to help the Blue Jays secure their third win in four games after a seven-game losing streak.
After the game, Guerrero mentioned that the team is having fun and hopes to continue their winning momentum. The Blue Jays have been consistent in scoring at least five runs in their last six games, marking a season-high streak.
Pitcher Chris Bassitt put on a strong performance, allowing only one run and six hits in six innings. Despite being hit on the forearm by a line drive from Aaron Judge, Bassitt stayed in the game and managed to secure the win for the Blue Jays. Guerrero’s offensive prowess was on full display as he hit a two-run homer in the first inning and followed it up with a three-run double in the sixth inning.
Yankees manager Aaron Boone acknowledged Guerrero’s impact on the game, stating that they had a hard time containing him. Guerrero set a Blue Jays record by driving in two or more runs in six consecutive games, totaling 19 RBIs during that stretch.
In other news, Yankees outfielder Juan Soto was scratched from the lineup due to a bruised right hand, but X-rays did not reveal any fractures. The Blue Jays also faced an injury concern with RHP Jordan Romano being shut down due to pain in his right elbow.
Looking ahead, Yankees’ RHP Gerrit Cole is set to start in the series finale against Blue Jays’ RHP Kevin Gausman. Cole will be aiming to improve his performance after an early-season struggle, while Gausman will look to continue his solid pitching for the Blue Jays.