In a competitive game, the Blue Jays defeated the Nationals 5-2, with standout performances from Bowden Francis and Yimi Garcia. Francis, despite giving up two home runs in the sixth, allowed only two hits overall, demonstrating resilience akin to late last season. Nick Sandlin showcased his sidearm delivery in a clean seventh inning, while Brendon Little faced challenges in the eighth, narrowly escaping trouble. Offensively, the Blue Jays sprinkled their runs across the innings, with Andrés Giménez notably contributing three hits, including a homer, while George Springer capped off the scoring in the eighth with an RBI single.
Bowden Francis demonstrated perseverance on the mound, allowing only two hits in six innings despite struggling in the latter part of the game, showcasing his growth from last season.
Yimi Garcia's ninth inning relief was swift, achieving a clean inning with three quick outs and securing his first save, highlighting his effectiveness in critical moments.
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