Alejandro Kirk's 4-hit night leads the Blue Jays past the Cardinals 5-4 on June 10, 2025. See how Kirk and Jeff Hoffman sealed Toronto's 10th win in 12 games.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Just when you think the Toronto Blue Jays might cool off, they find another gear. Riding a wave of stellar pitching and timely hitting, the Jays scraped out a nail-biting 5-4 win against the St. Louis Cardinals, marking an incredible 10th victory in their last 12 contests. The man of the hour was none other than catcher Alejandro Kirk, who put on a hitting clinic to carry the offense in a tight one.
Catcher Alejandro Kirk was the standout performer, going 4-for-5 with 2 RBIs and raising his season average to .316.
In a game decided by the slimmest of margins, Alejandro Kirk was the offensive engine. The catcher delivered a masterful 4-for-5 performance, driving in two crucial runs and consistently putting the ball in play. His efforts, which raised his season batting average to a sparkling .316, were the difference-maker. While Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (2-for-5) and Bo Bichette (1 RBI) also contributed, Tuesday night was unequivocally The Kirk Show, reminding everyone of the depth this lineup possesses.
A win like this isn't possible without a steady hand on the mound. Starter Chris Bassitt gave the team a quality outing, battling through 6 innings while allowing just 3 runs. But the story of this team's recent surge has been its bullpen, and Tuesday was no exception. The relief corps held the line before handing the ball to Jeff Hoffman, who was simply perfect. He shut down the Cardinals in the ninth for his 16th save in 19 chances, capping another lockdown performance from the 'pen.
While the big-league club is firing on all cylinders, the future continues to look brighter. The farm system is seeing promising developments, with shortstop Arjun Nimmala cracking top-50 prospect lists and outfielder Alan Roden getting a taste of the majors. It's not all good news, as Will Wagner, a versatile piece acquired last year, is unfortunately on the IL in Buffalo with a foot injury. However, the system's overall health is a vast improvement from last season, with many key arms returning to action and strengthening the organization's depth for the stretch run.
With a 36-30 record and momentum firmly on their side, the Blue Jays are looking like the contenders fans have been waiting for. The combination of offensive sparks from players like Kirk and a reliable bullpen is a potent recipe for success. As they continue this series against the Cardinals, the question isn't *if* they can win, but how they'll do it next. This team is finding its identity, and it's a great time to be a Blue Jays fan.
