Blue Jays crush Red Sox 9-0 on June 28, 2025, as José Berríos deals 7 scoreless innings and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. sparks the offense in a Fenway rout.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Now that's how you close out a half. The Toronto Blue Jays put an exclamation point on their pre-All-Star Break schedule, dismantling the Boston Red Sox 9-0 in a Fenway Park beatdown. Behind a masterful performance from José Berríos and an offense that fired on all cylinders from the first pitch, the Jays secured a crucial series win and head into the break as one of the hottest teams in the American League.
'I just want what's best for this team. Truly, I really care about that.' - Ernie Clement on the team's winning mentality.
The star of the show was undoubtedly José Berríos. In a masterful display of pitching, 'La Makina' carved up the Red Sox lineup for seven scoreless innings, silencing the Fenway faithful. He was efficient, dominant, and in complete control, giving the bullpen an easy night and setting the tone for the entire game. It was the kind of ace-like performance that instills confidence for the entire second half.
Any concerns about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s forearm soreness evaporated the moment he stepped into the batter's box. Reinserted into the lineup, Vladdy immediately sparked the offense in the first inning with a single. He then showed his aggressive mindset, promptly stealing second and scoring the game's first run on a George Springer single with a nifty slide to evade the tag. His presence wasn't just a boost; it was a catalyst for the entire offensive onslaught.
While Berríos and Vladdy grabbed headlines, this was a total team victory. The Jays scored in each of the first three innings, methodically building a lead. The offense broke it wide open late, sparked by Addison Barger's scorching 111-mph double in the seventh, followed immediately by an RBI double from Alejandro Kirk. Even Ernie Clement, who spoke about the team's unselfish culture, got in on the action with a leadoff walk and an RBI single, proving that everyone is contributing to the cause.
With the win, the Blue Jays improve to 44-37, winning two straight and taking six of their last ten games. They've solidified their position in the AL Wild Card race as they head into a much-deserved break. The dominant performance against a division rival is the perfect confidence booster. On a minor administrative note, the team officially released RHP Spencer Turnbull yesterday, but the focus today was squarely on the field and the impressive victory.
As the Blue Jays head into the All-Star break, they do so not just with a win, but with a statement. At 44-37, they are firmly in the playoff picture, riding a wave of momentum built on stellar pitching, timely hitting, and a palpable team-first culture. The break offers a chance to rest, recover, and prepare for the second-half push. If this weekend at Fenway is any indication, the Blue Jays are ready to make some serious noise down the stretch.
