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Rookie Yesavage Shines as Blue Jays Take 2-0 ALDS Lead Over Yankees
6 Oct, 2025
Summary
- Rookie Trey Yesavage sets Blue Jays postseason strikeout record
- Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hits first postseason grand slam in team history
- Daulton Varsho hits two home runs in Blue Jays' 13-7 win
On October 6th, 2025, the Toronto Blue Jays took a commanding 2-0 lead in their American League Division Series (ALDS) against the New York Yankees with a 13-7 victory at home. Rookie pitcher Trey Yesavage was the star of the show, setting a Blue Jays postseason record by striking out 11 batters in 5 1/3 no-hit innings.
Yesavage's dominant performance was complemented by the Blue Jays' powerful offense. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hit the first postseason grand slam in team history, while Daulton Varsho had a standout game, hitting two home runs among his four extra-base hits. Ernie Clement and George Springer also homered for the Blue Jays, who reached double figures in both hits (15) and runs for the second straight game.
