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Blue Jays Take Series Opener Against Mariners with Barger's Standout Performance

Addison Barger's three doubles and defensive highlight propel Toronto to a 6-3 victory in Seattle, improving their road record to 7-12.

Apr 16, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider talks with one of his assistant coaches before the start of the game against the Atlanta Braves at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Toronto Blue Jays defeated the Seattle Mariners 6-3 in the first game of a three-game series at T-Mobile Park.
  • Addison Barger hit three doubles, driving in two runs and making a leaping catch to rob Julio Rodriguez of a key hit in the third inning.
  • Blue Jays starter Kevin Gausman allowed three runs over 5 1/3 innings, improving his season record to 3-3, while Mariners starter Luis Castillo also fell to 3-3 after conceding five earned runs in five innings.
  • Toronto's bullpen, capped by Jeff Hoffman's three-strikeout ninth inning for his eighth save, secured the victory despite Seattle loading the bases in the eighth.
  • The Blue Jays improved to 18-20 overall and 7-12 on the road, while the Mariners dropped to 22-15 as both teams prepare for Game 2 of the series.