In a thrilling showdown on August 25, 2025, the Toronto Blue Jays showcased their power, defeating the Minnesota Twins 10-4 and maintaining their grip on the AL East.

Max Scherzer delivered a stellar performance, pitching six innings and earning his third consecutive win, bringing his record to 5-2 this season. The three-time Cy Young Award winner allowed four runs on four hits, including two home runs, while striking out five. Remarkably, Scherzer has dominated the Twins with a career record of 10-2 against them.

The Blue Jays' offensive arsenal was on full display, with Alejandro Kirk and Andrés Giménez both launching home runs. Kirk's two-run blast came in a four-run first inning that set the tone for the night. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. also contributed significantly, adding a crucial two-run single.

Despite the loss, Twins' Matt Wallner shone bright, hitting two home runs, his 18th and 19th of the season, making it his first multi-homer game this year and only the second of his career. However, the Twins have struggled recently, losing six out of their last seven games.

Twins pitcher Joe Ryan had a rocky start, giving up four runs in the first inning and finishing with six runs allowed in five innings, marking his second consecutive loss. In contrast, Scherzer's dominance helped propel the Blue Jays to victory, with the team boasting an impressive 57-3 record when they score five or more runs.

Looking ahead, the Blue Jays will send Chris Bassitt (11-7, 4.18 ERA) to the mound against Twins’ Bailey Ober (4-7, 5.05 ERA) for the next game. This matchup promises more action as both teams continue to battle for playoff positioning.