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4mo ago

Blue Jays Sweep Padres with Power Hitting and Pitching Masterclass

Toronto's three-game sweep highlighted San Diego's offensive struggles and defensive errors, extending the Padres' losing streak to six games.

Toronto Blue Jays' Daulton Varsho (5) safely dives back into third base during first inning MLB baseball action against the San Diego Padres in Toronto on Thursday, May 22, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young
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TORONTO, ON - MAY 21: Nathan Lukes #38 of the Toronto Blue Jays (R) celebrates with Ernie Clement #22 after Lukes hit a two-run home run in the fifth inning during a game against the San Diego Padres at Rogers Centre on May 21, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Chris Bassitt and Kevin Gausman combined for 13 shutout innings over the first two games, anchoring Toronto's dominant pitching performances.
  • Daulton Varsho's grand slam and Nathan Lukes' two-run homer fueled a 14-0 rout in the second game, showcasing Toronto's explosive offense.
  • The Padres' offensive slump deepened as they went 0-for-32 with runners in scoring position during their six-game losing streak.
  • San Diego's defense faltered with four errors in the second game, including three by Manny Machado in a disastrous seventh inning.
  • Toronto improved to 5-4 on their homestand, bouncing back from earlier series losses to Tampa Bay and Detroit.