Bo Bichette’s RBI Single Wins 12-Inning Thriller for Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays pulled off a dramatic 7-6 extra-innings win over the Miami Marlins on Saturday. Bo Bichette’s game-winning RBI single in the 12th inning capped an intense back-and-forth battle.

It was a night of big swings, clutch pitching, and late-inning heroics. Both teams exchanged blows deep into the night before Toronto extended its lead in the AL East to five games over the Boston Red Sox.

George Springer set the tone offensively with a standout performance. The Blue Jays’ bullpen delivered under pressure to help secure the victory.

Blue Jays Jump Out to an Early Lead

Toronto wasted no time grabbing control of the game, jumping ahead with a 4-0 lead against Marlins starter Janson Junk. George Springer’s hot bat sparked the offense as he went 3-for-6 with a home run and two RBIs.

Alejandro Kirk chipped in with an RBI double to widen the margin early. The Jays looked primed for a comfortable win, especially with José Berríos dealing on the mound.

Berríos Dominates Before Exit

Right-hander José Berríos turned in one of his sharpest outings of the season. Over 6 1/3 innings, he surrendered just two runs on four hits and struck out eight.

He located the fastball well and mixed in sharp breaking pitches. The Marlins couldn’t get comfortable, and Toronto looked set for what felt like a routine victory at that point.

Marlins Rally Changes the Momentum

That cushion started to disappear in the seventh inning. The Marlins put together three straight singles, with Troy Johnston delivering an RBI to get Miami on the board.

Javier Sanoja followed with a run-scoring double to make it 4-2. Bo Bichette’s defense came up big as he fired home to cut down Johnston at the plate, stopping further damage and putting a brief halt to Miami’s momentum.

Ninth-Inning Drama

The Blue Jays looked poised to escape with a win, but the Marlins wouldn’t go quietly. In the ninth, pinch-runner Derek Hill stole second after a leadoff walk and scored the tying run on Sanoja’s clutch RBI single off closer Jeff Hoffman.

What had been a controlled game for Toronto suddenly became a tense extra-innings battle. You could feel the tension with every pitch.

Trading Blows in Extras

Both teams showed resilience in the 10th and 11th innings. They exchanged runs and kept the game deadlocked.

Each bullpen arm faced high-leverage moments. Every pitch mattered in this razor-tight contest.

Toronto’s relievers held up their end of the bargain. They kept Miami from breaking through and turning the tide completely.

Bichette Delivers Walk-Off Magic

Finally, in the 12th inning, the breakthrough came. With George Springer on base after a gritty plate appearance, Bo Bichette came up with the night’s biggest swing.

He sent a sharp RBI single into the outfield to plate the game-winning run. Springer’s hustle to score capped a stellar individual performance, including a home run and multiple timely hits.

Pitching Support Seals the Win

The Blue Jays’ bullpen effort proved vital. Tommy Nance earned the victory with steady work in the late frames.

Brandon Little notched his first career save, a milestone moment that won’t soon be forgotten. Their combined poise under pressure kept Miami at bay down the stretch.

Injury Concern for Miami

The Marlins suffered a blow when starter Janson Junk exited in the sixth inning with arm discomfort. His departure forced Miami to lean heavily on its bullpen, which ultimately couldn’t hold the Jays’ offense at bay during the marathon affair.

Looking Ahead

The win kept Toronto’s lead in the AL East intact and gave them momentum heading into Sunday’s series finale. The Blue Jays will turn to Kevin Gausman on the mound, while Miami counters with young star Eury Pérez.

With the series still hanging in the balance, both teams will be looking to make a statement in the rubber match. Should be a fun one to watch.

Key Takeaways

• Bo Bichette’s walk-off hit in the 12th sealed a thrilling victory.
• George Springer posted a 3-for-6 night with a homer and two RBIs.
• José Berríos was dominant, striking out eight over 6 1/3 innings.
• Miami’s late rally forced extras, but Toronto’s bullpen held firm.
• Brandon Little earned his first career save.

Saturday’s contest turned into a wild showcase of resilience and clutch moments. The postseason-level intensity really jumped off the field.

If this is what the Blue Jays have in store as the season winds down, fans might want to buckle up.

 
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