Toronto (AP) — The Toronto Blue Jays extended their winning streak to two with a 5-1 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Saturday. Kevin Gausman, who had not won since May 22, pitched 5 2/3 innings to secure his first win in nearly a month. George Springer contributed with two hits and a pair of RBIs, helping the Blue Jays secure the win (winnipegfreepress.com).
The win comes as the team prepares for the trade deadline on Monday. Gausman, a pending free agent, is expected to start Saturday’s game, though his status remains a key focus for the team’s management. The Blue Jays are currently on a two-game winning streak, but the pressure is mounting as the deadline approaches (torontosun.com).
Manager John Schneider has described the team’s trade deadline plans in just one word — “chaotic.” He noted that there isn’t enough time in the day to explain how the season has unfolded for the Blue Jays, highlighting the urgency of the situation (si.com). The team is now looking to make strategic moves ahead of Monday’s deadline.
