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Blue Jays Soar Into Series Opener Against Angels With Momentum and Confidence
As the Toronto Blue Jays gear up for Game #88 of the season, facing off against the Los Angeles Angels, there’s an unmistakable buzz around this matchup. And honestly, can you blame anyone for being excited? The Jays are flying high after a commanding four-game sweep of the New York Yankees. The energy at Rogers Centre is electric, and the team looks like it’s finally hitting its stride.
Let’s talk numbers for a second. The Jays are sitting at 49-38 and looking more solid by the day. That win against the Yankees on Thursday night? It was no fluke. George Springer absolutely exploded at the plate, going 3-for-4 with two home runs and four RBIs. Nathan Lukes added some spice with two doubles and a pair of RBIs, while Addison Barger added his own fireworks with a homer in a 3-for-4 performance. This team is clicking in a way that fans have been waiting to see all season.
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Now they shift focus to the Angels, who come in at an even 43-43 after taking down the Atlanta Braves 5-1. José Soriano was sharp in that game with seven scoreless innings, and Zach Neto had a standout night with a double and a homer. The Angels definitely have some talent, but they’re running into a Jays team that is scorching hot—winners of five straight and seven of their last eight.
Tonight’s pitching matchup is one to keep an eye on. Toronto sends Eric Lauer to the mound, who boasts a solid 2.60 ERA over 45 innings this season. He’s especially dominant at home, where he’s held opposing batters to just four earned runs in 16 innings. On the other side, Kyle Hendricks will start for L.A. He’s had a rollercoaster year with a 4.66 ERA and a rougher time on the road, giving up 25 earned runs in just over 41 innings.
There’s a clear edge for the Jays, and the stats back that up. At home, Toronto has a .273 batting average—the third-best in the majors. Bo Bichette is a force here, hitting .328 with 9 home runs and 29 RBIs at Rogers Centre. Combine that with the Angels’ struggles against left-handed pitching—they’re hitting just .219 as a team—and things look pretty favorable for the home team.
Bets aside, this game just feels like another opportunity for Toronto to build on the momentum they’ve worked hard to establish. A strong showing here could further cement their spot as serious playoff contenders.
So, while the city celebrates summer and events like the Stampede are drawing crowds, the real show might just be happening under the lights at Rogers Centre tonight. Let’s see if the Blue Jays can keep soaring.
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