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"Blue Jays Win in Walk-Off After Angels' Costly Error"

5.07.2025 2,42 B 5 Mins Read

On Friday, a throwing error by Los Angeles Angels reliever Sam Bachman on an Ernie Clement bunt resulted in a dramatic 4-3 walk-off victory for the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre, witnessed by 30,119 fans. With runners on first and second and no outs in the 10th inning, Clement executed a bunt towards the third-base side of the mound, allowing Myles Straw to score.

The crucial throw from Bachman sailed high, leading to the Blue Jays claiming their sixth consecutive win. Bachman, who fell to a 1-2 record after the game, was evaluated as the losing pitcher, while Chad Green improved to 3-0 by pitching in the top of the 10th inning.

Earlier in the game, the Blue Jays showcased an offensive surge by sending seven players to the plate during a pivotal three-run sixth inning. Notably, Will Wagner crossed the plate on a single hit by Andres Gimenez, followed by Gimenez scoring from a subsequent single by Bo Bichette. Additionally, George Springer scored as a result of an error from Angels shortstop Zach Neto.

Toronto's starter, Eric Lauer, delivered a strong performance for most of the game but encountered trouble in the seventh inning when Mike Trout and Taylor Ward recorded back-to-back singles, ending Lauer's night on the mound. Reliever Nick Sandlin faced immediate struggles, allowing a towering 431-foot home run to Jo Adell, marking his 19th of the season.

Throughout his six-plus innings of work, Lauer conceded two runs on three hits and a walk while striking out six batters. He and Angels pitcher Kyle Hendricks were embroiled in a pitchers’ duel, with neither team scoring until the sixth inning.

Springer demonstrated his hitting prowess, going 2-for-4 in the game, recording Toronto’s first hit and a line-drive single to left field in the fourth inning. Adell's notable double into the left-field corner led off the fifth inning for the Angels, showcasing his offensive capabilities as well.

Hendricks concluded his outing after 5 1/3 innings, surrendering three runs on four hits, while striking out two batters and not issuing any walks.

TAKEAWAYS

The Angels have positioned themselves as contenders for a wild-card playoff spot, with their opportunities on the rise. At the start of the day, they were just 1 1/2 games behind the Seattle Mariners for the third and final American League wild-card position.

For the Blue Jays, notable player Vladimir Guerrero Jr. sat out to rest and recuperate after taking a foul pitch to his right foot during the sixth inning of Thursday's matchup.

KEY MOMENT

A significant moment in the game materialized when an error by Angels shortstop Neto on an Addison Barger ground ball turned what could have been a double play into an additional run for Toronto, extending their lead to 3-0.

KEY STAT

Springer's recent performance has been exceptional, batting 22-for-43 (.512) with four home runs, 19 RBIs, 15 runs scored, six walks, and three stolen bases over his past 12 games.

UP NEXT

The series continues with Toronto’s Max Scherzer (0-0) scheduled to face Jack Kochanowicz (3-8) in the middle game of the three-game series against the Angels.

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