In a nail-biting finish, Addison Barger’s powerful hit into right field clinched a thrilling 4-3 win for the Toronto Blue Jays over the Los Angeles Angels in the 11th inning on Saturday night.

With bases loaded and two outs, Barger’s clutch single off reliever Ryan Zeferjahn not only secured victory but also extended the Blue Jays’ impressive win streak to seven games, captivating a crowd of 37,269 at Rogers Centre.

Braydon Fisher played a key role in the victory, contributing a stellar performance in the 10th and 11th innings to earn the win.

In his Major League Baseball debut, Lazaro Estrada showcased his potential by pitching four solid innings for Toronto. However, tension mounted in the seventh when he allowed a tying run as Nolan Schanuel’s hit sent Luis Rengifo home.

George Springer spotlighted the night earlier, launching a colossal 413-foot shot in the third inning, his 16th home run of the season, making it clear why he leads the team in RBIs with 21 over the last 13 games.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr., back in action after nursing a sore foot, proved his worth with a perfect 3-for-4 performance, adding to the Blue Jays’ offensive momentum.

The Angels initially took the lead in the third inning with a sacrifice fly from Jo Adell, causing the Blue Jays to gear up for a comeback.

Despite Max Scherzer’s efforts in his third start post-recovery from injury, he exited after four innings, having surrendered two runs on five hits. Scherzer struck out four during his outing, striking fear into the Blue Jays before their victory.

Jack Kochanowicz, pitching for the Angels, also struggled, lasting just over five innings and allowing three runs.

In a notable defensive play, Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk threw out Chad Stevens attempting to steal second base in the fourth, preserving Toronto's 3-2 lead and showcasing the team's resolve.

Fun Fact: This marks the Blue Jays' first seven-game win streak since July 2022.

Looking ahead, the excitement continues as Kevin Gausman (6-6) is set to face Tyler Anderson (2-5) in the series finale on Sunday, promising fans yet another gripping matchup.