Toronto Blue Jays vs Boston Red Sox: Red Sox Win 7-3 in Extras
Game Summary
The Boston Red Sox defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 7-3 in extra innings on Wednesday night at Rogers Centre.
The Blue Jays took and early 1-0 lead in the 2nd inning. The Red Sox scored one run in the 4th to tie the game and then took a 2-1 lead in the 6th. The Blue Jays evened the score in the bottom of the 6th inning. The Red Sox scored four runs in the 8th inning to take a 6-2 lead. The Blue Jays scored one run in the 9th and loaded the bases with two outs, but Red Sox reliever John Schreiber struck out Raimel Tapia to end the game.
Red Sox Improve to 67-63
The Red Sox improved to 67-63 on the season and are now just 2.5 games back of the Tampa Bay Rays for the final Wild Card spot. The Red Sox have won four of their last five games.
Blue Jays Fall to 64-68
The Blue Jays fell to 64-68 on the season and are now seven games back of the Rays for the final Wild Card spot. The Blue Jays have lost four of their last five games.
Jansen's Big Night
Danny Jansen had a big night for the Red Sox, going 3-for-5 with two RBI. He also threw out a runner trying to steal second base in the 8th inning.
Schreiber's Save
John Schreiber picked up the save for the Red Sox, pitching a scoreless 9th inning and striking out the final batter of the game with the bases loaded.
Next Up
The Red Sox will return home to face the New York Yankees on Friday night. The Blue Jays will travel to Baltimore to face the Orioles.
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