In an exciting Sunday matchup, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. came through with a crucial hit in the fourth inning to lead the Toronto Blue Jays to an 8-4 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers. Tyler Heineman and Myles Straw also contributed key hits to help the Blue Jays avoid a three-game sweep.
The game started with a bang as Nathan Lukes delivered a two-run double in the first inning, followed by Ernie Clement’s RBI single to extend Toronto’s lead. George Springer added another run with a double in the second inning.
Despite a strong start, Max Scherzer struggled on the mound for the Blue Jays, allowing four runs over four innings. However, a solid relief effort from Brendon Little, Tommy Nance, Louis Varland, Seranthony Dominguez, and Jeff Hoffman secured the win for Toronto.
On the Brewers’ side, William Contreras showcased his power with a home run and an RBI single that scored Jackson Chourio. However, Brandon Woodruff’s pitching performance fell short as the Blue Jays capitalized on 10 hits and two walks to secure the win.
Key Takeaways:
– The Brewers initially challenged Scherzer but couldn’t sustain their momentum after he left the game.
– Toronto’s strong hitting in the fifth inning provided the cushion they needed to secure the win.
– Nance’s crucial pitching performance in a tight situation in the fifth inning was a turning point for the Blue Jays.