Springer swats lead-off homer, Blue Jays extend win streak to four against Pirates
The Toronto Blue Jays secured a 5-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates, extending their winning streak to four games. George Springer hit a lead-off homer, while Jesus Sanchez contributed with a go-ahead RBI double. The Blue Jays' pitcher Patrick Corbin delivered a strong performance, allowing only one run over six innings.
- ▪George Springer hit his 65th career lead-off homer in the game.
- ▪Jesus Sanchez recorded his 100th career double during the sixth inning.
- ▪Patrick Corbin pitched six innings, yielding one run on five hits with seven strikeouts.
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Open this photo in gallery:Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer rounds the bases after homering against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday.Tara Walton/Getty ImagesShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountGeorge Springer’s lead-off homer and Jesus Sanchez’s go-ahead RBI double in the sixth inning led the Toronto Blue Jays to a 5-2 victory against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday.The Blue Jays (25-27) won their season-high fourth game in a row. Toronto benefited from a strong six-inning outing from starter Patrick Corbin (2-1) and managed four runs off hard-throwing Pirates ace Paul Skenes (6-4).In his 84-pitch effort, Corbin yielded a run on five hits with no walks and seven strikeouts.
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