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Blue Jays Overcome Early Deficit to Beat Angels 8-5, Snap Losing Streak

Toronto rallied with a four-run sixth inning and key performances from Daulton Varsho and Anthony Santander to avoid a series sweep in Anaheim.

The Toronto Blue Jays’ George Springer scores under the tag of Angels catcher Logan O’Hoppe as teammate Ernie Clement, right, gestures “safe” while home plate umpire Tom Hanahan watches during the sixth inning on Thursday night at Angel Stadium. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Overview

  • The Blue Jays erased a 4-0 deficit, scoring four runs in the sixth inning to secure an 8-5 victory over the Angels on May 8, 2025.
  • Daulton Varsho led Toronto with three hits, including a solo homer in the eighth, and drove in three runs during the game.
  • Anthony Santander delivered the go-ahead two-run single in the sixth inning, capping a decisive rally for Toronto.
  • Chris Bassitt pitched six innings for the Blue Jays, allowing four earned runs, while Chad Green earned his first save of the season.
  • The win snapped Toronto’s four-game losing streak and marked their fifth victory in their last 17 games, while the Angels suffered their ninth loss in 12 games and missed their first series sweep of the season.