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Keys' First Homer Seals Mets' Fate
2 Jul
Summary
- Sean Keys hit his first career home run, a three-run blast.
- The Toronto Blue Jays defeated the New York Mets 9-3 on Canada Day.
- The Blue Jays finished a disappointing 3-7 homestand with this win.
Sean Keys hit his first career major league home run on Wednesday, a three-run blast that contributed to the Toronto Blue Jays' 9-3 victory over the visiting New York Mets. The game, played on Canada Day, saw Myles Straw also contribute a three-run homer for Toronto.
The Blue Jays concluded a disappointing 3-7 homestand with this win, while the Mets started their seven-game road trip with a 1-2 record. New York managed home runs from Carson Benge and Francisco Lindor, but they were outhit 12-5.
Toronto's offense was powered by timely hits and doubles, building a lead throughout the game. Pitching contributions from Braydon Fisher, Spencer Miles, and Patrick Corbin, who earned his first save, secured the win for the Blue Jays.
In roster moves, Toronto placed George Springer on the paternity list and recalled outfielder Jonatan Clase from Triple-A Buffalo.
