The Toronto Blue Jays had a successful week, winning both series against the Chicago Cubs and Texas Rangers with a 4-2 overall record. The team showcased a mix of thrilling comebacks, including winning 2-1 and 6-5 in two games, alongside an offensive outburst of 14-2 against Texas. Significant player performances included Myles Straw hitting two home runs and Max Scherzer completing seven innings with only one run allowed. With this success, the Blue Jays maintain their lead in the AL East and are returning to full health with key players like Springer making contributions.
The Blue Jays won both of their three game sets this week, taking care of the Cubs and the Rangers and going 4-2 overall. This week featured a little bit of everything we've seen from Toronto this season: Thrilling come from behind wins? Check (2-1 vs Chicago on Thursday, 6-5 vs Texas on Friday) Offensive explosions? Check (14-2 vs Texas on Saturday) Unexpected performances? Check (Myles Straw hitting two home runs) Dominant stretches from the rotation and the bullpen? Check (Scherzer throws seven innings of one run ball).
The 4-2 week allowed Toronto (73-52) to stay a full five games ahead of Boston in the AL East, and 5.5 games ahead of New York, while also maintaining their spot at the top of the American League, ahead of Detroit (73-53) and Houston (69-55).
Springer returned for the Blue Jays final two games of the weekend against Texas. He went a combined 2-8 with a home run and two RBIs. Springer has been a huge focal point for the teams success this season, as they are 60-43 in games he has appeared in.
Giménez hasn't swung a great bat this season, but this final month and a half gives him a chance to rewrite that narrative. Over his last nine games, Giménez is hitting .417/.481/.542 with an OPS of 1.023.
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