**Blue Jays Crush Yankees in High-Scoring Affair** **Toronto, ON** - The Toronto Blue Jays emerged victorious over the New York Yankees in a thrilling 13-7 battle at the Rogers Centre on April 6, 2024. The game was highlighted by George Springer's leadoff home run, which set the tone for the Blue Jays' offensive onslaught. Springer's solo shot traveled 137 feet and gave Toronto an early 1-0 lead. The Yankees responded with a run of their own in the top of the first, but it was all Blue Jays from there. In the bottom of the third inning, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Matt Chapman hit back-to-back doubles, driving in two more runs and extending Toronto's lead to 3-1. A two-run home run by Bo Bichette in the fourth inning further widened the gap to 5-1. The Yankees managed to chip away at the lead with single runs in the fifth and seventh innings, but the Blue Jays kept their offense rolling. In the bottom of the seventh, Santiago Espinal hit a solo home run, followed by a two-run double from Springer in the eighth inning. The Yankees rallied for three runs in the ninth inning, but it was too little, too late. Hyun Jin Ryu started for the Blue Jays and pitched 5.2 innings, allowing four runs on eight hits and five walks. He struck out seven batters. Tim Mayza, Anthony Bass, and Jordan Romano combined to finish the game, allowing only three runs on four hits in 3.1 innings. Luis Severino took the loss for the Yankees, giving up five runs on nine hits in 3.2 innings. He walked three batters and struck out four. **Batting Stats** **Toronto Blue Jays** | Player | Avg | OB% | SLG | |---|---|---|---| | George Springer | .350 | .400 | .700 | | Vladimir Guerrero Jr. | .300 | .360 | .500 | | Bo Bichette | .280 | .340 | .520 | **New York Yankees** | Player | Avg | OB% | SLG | |---|---|---|---| | Aaron Judge | .290 | .350 | .600 | | Anthony Rizzo | .260 | .320 | .480 | | Giancarlo Stanton | .250 | .310 | .540 | **Pitching Stats** **Toronto Blue Jays** | Pitcher | ERA | WHIP | K/BB | |---|---|---|---| | Hyun Jin Ryu | 3.00 | 1.20 | 7/5 | | Tim Mayza | 0.00 | 0.60 | 2/1 | | Anthony Bass | 0.00 | 0.60 | 1/0 | | Jordan Romano | 3.00 | 0.90 | 3/1 | **New York Yankees** | Pitcher | ERA | WHIP | K/BB | |---|---|---|---| | Luis Severino | 10.13 | 1.80 | 4/3 | | Clarke Schmidt | 0.00 | 0.60 | 2/0 | | Lucas Luetge | 6.00 | 1.20 | 1/1 |
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**Blue Jays Crush Yankees in High-Scoring Affair** **Toronto, ON** - The Toronto Blue Jays emerged victorious over the New York Yankees in a thrilling 13-7 battle at the Rogers Centre on April 6, 2024. The game was highlighted by George Springer's leadoff home run, which set the tone for the Blue Jays' offensive onslaught. Springer's solo shot traveled 137 feet and gave Toronto an early 1-0 lead. The Yankees responded with a run of their own in the top of the first, but it was all Blue Jays from there. In the bottom of the third inning, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Matt Chapman hit back-to-back doubles, driving in two more runs and extending Toronto's lead to 3-1. A two-run home run by Bo Bichette in the fourth inning further widened the gap to 5-1. The Yankees managed to chip away at the lead with single runs in the fifth and seventh innings, but the Blue Jays kept their offense rolling. In the bottom of the seventh, Santiago Espinal hit a solo home run, followed by a two-run double from Springer in the eighth inning. The Yankees rallied for three runs in the ninth inning, but it was too little, too late. Hyun Jin Ryu started for the Blue Jays and pitched 5.2 innings, allowing four runs on eight hits and five walks. He struck out seven batters. Tim Mayza, Anthony Bass, and Jordan Romano combined to finish the game, allowing only three runs on four hits in 3.1 innings. Luis Severino took the loss for the Yankees, giving up five runs on nine hits in 3.2 innings. He walked three batters and struck out four. **Batting Stats** **Toronto Blue Jays** | Player | Avg | OB% | SLG | |---|---|---|---| | George Springer | .350 | .400 | .700 | | Vladimir Guerrero Jr. | .300 | .360 | .500 | | Bo Bichette | .280 | .340 | .520 | **New York Yankees** | Player | Avg | OB% | SLG | |---|---|---|---| | Aaron Judge | .290 | .350 | .600 | | Anthony Rizzo | .260 | .320 | .480 | | Giancarlo Stanton | .250 | .310 | .540 | **Pitching Stats** **Toronto Blue Jays** | Pitcher | ERA | WHIP | K/BB | |---|---|---|---| | Hyun Jin Ryu | 3.00 | 1.20 | 7/5 | | Tim Mayza | 0.00 | 0.60 | 2/1 | | Anthony Bass | 0.00 | 0.60 | 1/0 | | Jordan Romano | 3.00 | 0.90 | 3/1 | **New York Yankees** | Pitcher | ERA | WHIP | K/BB | |---|---|---|---| | Luis Severino | 10.13 | 1.80 | 4/3 | | Clarke Schmidt | 0.00 | 0.60 | 2/0 | | Lucas Luetge | 6.00 | 1.20 | 1/1 |
**Blue Jays Beat Yankees with Clement's Clutch Home Run** In a thrilling matchup between the Toronto Blue Jays and New York Yankees, it was pinch-hitter Ernie Clement who delivered the game-winning hit. With the game tied in the seventh inning, Clement stepped up to the plate and launched a solo home run off Yankees reliever Caleb Ferguson. The blast put the Blue Jays ahead for good, as they held on to a 3-2 victory. The Yankees had taken an early lead with a two-run home run by Aaron Hicks in the first inning. However, the Blue Jays chipped away at the lead, tying the game in the fifth inning with a sacrifice fly by Lourdes Gurriel Jr. After Clement's go-ahead home run, the Blue Jays bullpen held strong, with Jordan Romano closing out the game with a perfect ninth inning to earn the save. **Recap:** * Blue Jays defeat Yankees 3-2 * Ernie Clement hits tiebreaking home run in the seventh inning * Blue Jays bullpen holds off Yankees offense * Yankees fall to 1-2 on the season **Highlights:** * [Yankees full game highlights from 5/10/22](YouTube link) * [Yankees full game highlights from 9/20/23](YouTube link) **Injuries:** * None reported in this game. **Upcoming Games:** * Blue Jays vs. Yankees, Game 3 (Friday, March 31, 7:05 PM EST) * Yankees vs. Rays (Saturday, April 1, 6:05 PM EST)
**Yankees Return Home to Face Blue Jays** The New York Yankees will return to Yankee Stadium on April 22 for their home opener against the Toronto Blue Jays. The Yankees are coming off a 7-game road trip, where they finished with a 4-3 record. The Blue Jays are currently in first place in the AL East with a 12-9 record, while the Yankees are in third place with a 13-8 record. The last time these two teams met, the Yankees won 8-5 in Toronto on September 20, 2023. The weather forecast for Friday's game is mostly sunny with a high of 55 degrees. Aaron Judge, who leads the Yankees with 99 RBIs, is expected to be in the lineup.
**Blue Jays vs. Yankees: Live Coverage and Recap on ESPN IN** Get ready for an exciting matchup as the Toronto Blue Jays face off against the New York Yankees on ESPN IN on April 5, 2024. **Live Play-by-Play Action** Follow every pitch of the game with live play-by-play action on ESPN IN. Stay updated with all the key moments, including hits, runs, and defensive plays. **Expert Recap and Analysis** After the game, tune in for expert recap and analysis. Our sports commentators will break down the game's highlights, key plays, and strategic decisions. **Blue Jays vs. Yankees: Past and Future Matchups** In addition to the upcoming game, ESPN IN will provide coverage of past and future matchups between these two iconic teams. **Blue Jays vs. Yankees: April 21, 2023** Catch up on the play-by-play action from the Blue Jays vs. Yankees game held on April 21, 2023. **Live Game Updates and Stats** Get live game updates, including box scores, pitch-by-pitch strikezone information, and Statcast data. **Stay Informed with Yahoo Sports** Follow Yahoo Sports for the latest MLB results, play-by-play updates, and player stats. **Recent Game Highlights** * Juan Soto smacks first Yankees HR in his return to the Bronx. * Yankees win after Gerrit Cole takes a perfect game into the sixth inning.
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