Seattle, WA – May 11, 2025
The Toronto Blue Jays ended the Seattle Mariners’ impressive nine-series winning streak on Saturday night with a thrilling 6–3 comeback victory at T-Mobile Park. This crucial win marked a turning point in the Blue Jays’ efforts to regain momentum in the 2025 MLB season.
Clutch Offense in the Late Innings
The game was tightly contested until the eighth inning, with both teams locked in a 3–3 tie. That was when Toronto’s offense erupted.
Addison Barger, who has been gaining attention as a rising star, delivered a critical RBI single in the top of the eighth that put the Blue Jays ahead. It was a full-circle moment for Barger, a native of Bellevue, Washington, who made an impact in front of a home crowd.
Myles Straw followed up with a two-run single, extending the lead to 6–3 and giving Toronto the cushion it needed to close out the game.
Bichette and Barger Shine
Bo Bichette was another standout performer, launching a double and a solo home run earlier in the game. His homer came in the fifth inning and tied the game at 3–3, setting the stage for Toronto’s late-inning heroics.
Addison Barger, in addition to his go-ahead hit, played a strong game defensively and continues to show promise as a key part of the Blue Jays’ infield.
Solid Pitching Holds the Line
Starter Bowden Francis gave the Blue Jays a strong outing, going 6 2/3 innings while allowing three runs on seven hits and striking out five. Despite some trouble early, Francis settled in and kept the Mariners from doing further damage.
Mason Fluharty, who came on in relief, earned the win with a scoreless eighth inning. Jeff Hoffman sealed the game in the ninth, earning his ninth save of the season.
Mariners’ Streak Comes to a Halt
The loss brought an end to the Mariners’ red-hot streak of nine consecutive series wins — a feat that had vaulted them into AL West contention. Despite a solid outing from George Kirby, who allowed three runs in six innings, and early run support from Mitch Haniger and Dominic Canzone, the Mariners could not hold off Toronto’s rally.
Looking Ahead
The Blue Jays will look to complete a sweep of the Mariners in the series finale on Sunday afternoon. A win would mark their third consecutive victory and could signal a shift in momentum as they prepare to face AL East rivals in the coming weeks.
Meanwhile, the Mariners will try to regroup and avoid their first sweep loss since early April.
Final Score: Blue Jays 6, Mariners 3
Winning Pitcher: Mason Fluharty (1–0)
Losing Pitcher: Trent Thornton (2–2)
Save: Jeff Hoffman (9)
