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Blue Jays Win 8-2, But Little Leaves Injured

3/29/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Brendon Little, the Toronto Blue Jays reliever, left Friday's game against the Baltimore Orioles with a painful left lat cramp after impressively striking out two batters. Manager John Schneider announced that Little will receive further evaluation. Despite the setback, the Blue Jays celebrated a solid 8-2 victory, bolstered by Kevin Gausman's stellar six-inning performance.

History

Historical Context

Brendon Little's injury echoes the 2016 Blue Jays' struggles with pitching depth during a pivotal season. That year, the Jays famously turned to position players in a marathon game against Cleveland, showcasing the team's resilience. Despite setbacks, they clinched the AL East, marking a historic playoff run.

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Story summary

Brendon Little, the Toronto Blue Jays reliever, left Friday's game against the Baltimore Orioles with a painful left lat cramp after impressively striking out two batters. Manager John Schneider announced that Little will receive further evaluation. Despite the setback, the Blue Jays celebrated a solid 8-2 victory, bolstered by Kevin Gausman's stellar six-inning performance.

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