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Ernie Clement Fuels Blue JaysALDS Win Over Yankees to Reach ALCS

Once a roster afterthought, Ernie Clement has become a versatile spark for Toronto’s postseason run.

Overview

  • Toronto clinched the series with a 5-2 Game 4 win at Yankee Stadium, where Clement had two hits, scored on George Springer’s sacrifice fly, and later scored on a Nathan Lukes single.
  • He also absorbed a 96 mph fastball to the ribs from reliever Camilo Doval and snagged a hard liner off Aaron Judge.
  • Across the four-game ALDS, Clement hit .643/.625/.929 with a double, a home run and five RBIs in his first postseason.
  • His surge included the first 4-for-4 game of his major-league career in Game 3.
  • Manager John Schneider praised Clement’s confidence and utility, noting he became a near everyday contributor after DFA stints with Cleveland and Oakland and produced a .277/.313/.398 line over 157 games in 2025.