The Toronto Blue Jays celebrated their sixth win of the season with a 12-11 triumph over the Angels in Los Angeles on Sunday.
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John Schneider’s men got off to a rocky start, giving up six runs in the first four innings, including three in the opening set.
Toronto opened the valves in innings six and seven and scored ten runs.
The Angels had yet to say their last word, scoring three runs in the ninth game to force an extra inning.
Toronto outfielders Kevin Kiermaier and George Springer each hit a run in the 10th inning to lead their team to victory.
Jordan Romano ended hostilities in the 10th inning.
Third baseman Matt Chapman continued his strong start to the season. Number 26 hit a grand slam in the sixth inning and had two more hits on the plate in five appearances.
Angels players Hunter Renfroe, Shohei Othani, Logan O’Hoppe and Brandon Drury each homed during the matchup.
Toronto has a day off before Tuesday’s game against the Detroit Tigers. This is the home opener for the Jays at a Rogers center that has had an off-season facelift.
The Rays are still undefeated
The Tampa Bay Rays earned their ninth win in as many games this season with a convincing 11-0 triumph over the Oakland Athletics at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Fla.
Wander Franco, Brandon Lowe (a grand slam) and Harold Ramirez each hit a long ball in the game for the Rays.
Local hero Drew Rasmussen was solid throughout the game. In seven full innings, the right-hander battered eight batters and allowed just one hit.
Ramon Laureano was the only California team player to safely hit the ball during the game. The midfielder slammed a double to the right in the second inning.
The Rays are currently having their best start to the season since the Kansas City Royals recorded nine straight wins earlier in the season.
Red Sox Sweep Streak vs. Tigers
The Boston Red Sox continued their momentum with a third straight win Sunday afternoon with a 4-1 result over the Tigers at Detroit’s Comerica Park.
Triston Casas led the charge for the visitors on offense. The 23-year-old ended all Tigers hopes of returning to the game by hitting a bomb more than 401 feet from home plate in the ninth inning. Casas also had a run for a double in the second inning.
Boston is playing a four-game series against the Tampa Bay Rays on Monday.