Blue Jays acquire 2023 World Series champion utilityman from Rangers in trade
Toronto adds a bench bat before the MLB trade deadline.
The Toronto Blue Jays defeated the Houston Astros 3-1 on Monday night, breaking the Astros' six-game winning streak. Alejandro Kirk led the charge for Toronto with a home run in the second inning. Jesús Sánchez and Ernie Clement each contributed with an RBI, while Shane Bieber (3-2) made a strong comeback after walking six batters in his last appearance, allowing two runs over 5 2/3 innings.
Tyler Rogers pitched a perfect ninth inning, securing his third save. Jose Altuve and Jeremy Peña were the Astros' top hitters, with Altuve going 2-for-2 and Peña driving in a run. However, the Blue Jays managed to capitalize on 13 men left on base and ultimately secured the victory. Braydon Fisher made an appearance, intentionally walking Yordan Alvarez, who set a major league-leading 23 intentional walks this season.
The game marked Daulton Varsho's debut as a center fielder, coming just hours after his trade from the Blue Jays. This win was Toronto's first win in their series against Houston, with the next matchup scheduled for Tuesday night.
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