Blue Jays’ Ninth Straight Win Fueled by Unsung Heroes Loperfido and Lukes
It’s not just about the big names anymore. The Toronto Blue Jays are on a serious tear, and Monday night’s 8-4 win over the Chicago White Sox made it crystal clear — this team is firing on all cylinders, with contributions coming from everywhere in the lineup. That victory marked their ninth consecutive win , their longest streak since that electric 2015 season that reignited baseball passion across Canada.
While Vladimir Guerrero Jr. might still be the face of the franchise, he’s not the only one carrying the load these days. In fact, Vladdy stood back during the pregame media session, even playfully questioning his manager John Schneider about how the team is doing. Schneider’s response was telling: “It’s not just you every night.” And Monday night proved that sentiment.
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Joey Loperfido — who only made his MLB debut this past Sunday — stepped up big with a home run in the fifth inning, followed by a two-run single during a bases-loaded rally in the sixth. He wasn’t expected to be a major contributor this year, but he made a statement that he’s ready to belong. Right alongside him was Nathan Lukes, recently moved into the leadoff spot. Lukes blasted a homer as well, back-to-back with Loperfido, then later brought in another run with a perfectly executed squeeze bunt. Addison Barger, who didn’t even make the Opening Day roster, also joined the power party with his 12th homer of the season, a two-run shot that capped Toronto’s five-run sixth inning.
The pitching came through too. José Berríos was sharp and efficient, giving up just one run over six innings. That performance was a strong bounce-back after a tough outing against the Yankees, and it continued his dominance over the White Sox — now 16-6 lifetime against them.
Toronto now sits at 53-38, a mark that ties the franchise’s best pre-All-Star break record. They’ve gone 27-10 over their last 37 games and now hold a 3.5-game lead in the AL East, with the Yankees sitting idle.
This win wasn’t just another tick in the W column. It was a showcase of depth, timing, and team chemistry. Whether it’s a seasoned All-Star or a rookie just called up, this Blue Jays squad is clicking. They’re proving that it doesn’t always take a headliner to steal the show — sometimes, it’s the fresh faces who make the most noise.
And if this keeps up, Toronto’s 2025 season could be headed for something special — just like 2015, maybe even better.
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