Andruw Monasterio ignited the Milwaukee Brewers with a solo home run in the sixth inning, sparking a five-run onslaught that led to a commanding 7-2 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays. The game pitted the top teams from the American and National Leagues against each other in a thrilling showdown.
Isaac Collins sealed the inning with a two-run double, while Andrew Vaughn and Caleb Durbin contributed RBI singles in the explosive sixth inning for Milwaukee (84-52). Christian Yelich and Vaughn added to the Brewers’ lead with runs in the seventh inning.
Pitcher Freddy Peralta (16-5) dominated on the mound for the Brewers, allowing only one hit and striking out eight batters over six innings. The bullpen trio of Aaron Ashby, Shelby Miller, and Abner Uribe ensured Peralta’s stellar performance led to a well-deserved win.
Toronto (78-57) tried to mount a comeback in the seventh inning with Davis Schneider’s two-run single. However, their efforts fell short as Milwaukee’s pitching held strong.
Shane Bieber (1-1) pitched solidly for the Blue Jays, giving up only two runs on five hits and striking out six in 5 1/3 innings. The Blue Jays’ bullpen struggled, allowing five runs in just 1 2/3 innings.
In a key moment, reliever Brendon Little faced a crucial pitch against Andrew Vaughn, ultimately leading to a run for the Brewers and extending their lead.
The game highlighted the dominance of Brewers’ pitcher Peralta over Blue Jays’ Bieber, showcasing a matchup between two top MLB starters. Toronto had limited scoring opportunities against Peralta, managing only one hit during his time on the mound.
Blue Jays’ Bieber, who had an impressive debut with Toronto, was unable to replicate his previous success, as the Brewers’ offense proved to be formidable. Toronto’s bullpen woes continued, with a high earned-run average since the All-Star break.