The New York Yankees came back strong to win Game 3 against the Toronto Blue Jays, forcing a Game 4 showdown in the American League Divisional Series (ALDS). Despite an early lead by the Blue Jays, the Yankees rallied to a 9-6 victory.
During the game, both teams displayed shaky defense, with the Blue Jays facing more challenges at critical moments. Toronto’s Isiah Kiner-Falefa’s error in the first inning allowed the Yankees to narrow the lead with a two-run homer by Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
In the third inning, the Blue Jays capitalized on some suspect Yankees defense to score four runs, taking a 6-1 lead. However, the tide turned when Yankees’ Cody Bellinger’s misplay in left field and an unusual throw by Trent Grisham allowed Toronto to extend their lead.
As the game progressed, the teams exchanged defensive errors, with the Blue Jays struggling to maintain their lead. A critical error by Toronto’s Addison Barger allowed Aaron Judge to tie the game with a three-run home run.
Ultimately, it was the Yankees who capitalized on Toronto’s fielding woes, securing a 9-6 victory with key hits and defensive misplays by the Blue Jays.
Game 4 is set to take place at Yankee Stadium on Wednesday at 7:08 p.m., with the Blue Jays still holding a 2-1 lead in the series.