The Toronto Blue Jays are riding a five-game winning streak after sweeping the Oakland Athletics in a four-game set, outscoring their opponents 39-14 and reigniting hopes for a postseason push Addison Barger has emerged as a breakout star, homering in three consecutive games and fueling an offense that has suddenly come alive after a tough stretch on the road..
Toronto’s lineup is finally clicking, with Bo Bichette, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., George Springer, and Alejandro Kirk anchoring the top half, while Barger, Ernie Clement, Nathan Lukes, Myles Straw, and Jonatan Clase have provided timely hits throughout the order The Blue Jays now sit just a half-game out of an American League wild-card spot with nearly two-thirds of the season remaining.
Injury concerns remain, however. Gold Glove center fielder Daulton Varsho is back on the injured list with a hamstring strain, and key acquisitions Andres Gimenez and Anthony Santander are struggling at the plate and sidelined with injuries. Max Scherzer’s return is still pending as he recovers from a thumb issue, but his bullpen sessions offer hope for a midseason debut.
Toronto opens a critical home series against the Philadelphia Phillies tonight, with Bryce Harper expected to return for the visitors after missing several games with an elbow bruise With the Blue Jays’ offense surging and the roster slowly getting healthier, fans are watching closely to see if this hot streak can last.
