The Blue Jays beat the Yankees 8-1 on July 22, 2025, setting a franchise record with 11 straight home wins thanks to a gem from Kevin Gausman. Read more!
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
The Rogers Centre is absolutely electric, and for good reason. The Toronto Blue Jays are not just winning; they're making history. After setting a new franchise record with their 11th consecutive home victory, the team faces a high-stakes rubber match against the rival New York Yankees tonight. With first place in the AL East on the line and the trade deadline fast approaching, the atmosphere in Toronto is pure playoff baseball in July.
A franchise-record 11 consecutive home wins.
Last night was one for the history books. The 8-1 victory over the Yankees didn't just tie the series; it etched this 2025 team into the Blue Jays' record books. Kevin Gausman was masterful, carving through the Yankee lineup for seven innings of one-run ball. Alejandro Kirk, the hitting machine, continued his stellar season with two key doubles, and Jeff Hoffman slammed the door with a perfect ninth, striking out the side to secure the historic 11th straight win at home. Beating the Yankees is always sweet, but breaking a franchise record while doing it is the stuff of legend.
With the series now tied 1-1, tonight's finale is more than just another game. It's a statement. The Jays send veteran Chris Bassitt (10-4, 3.89 ERA) to the mound to try and extend the streak and clinch the series. He'll face a tough test in Yankees ace Max Fried (11-3, 2.43 ERA). For Toronto to succeed, they'll need their stars like George Springer and Bo Bichette to solve Fried, while the ever-consistent Alejandro Kirk looks to continue his on-base dominance. This is the kind of heavyweight bout that defines a division race.
As the team battles on the field, the front office continues to fine-tune the roster. Ahead of tonight's game, the Jays recalled left-handed reliever Mason Fluharty from Triple-A Buffalo, optioning Robinson Piña back down. Fluharty, who posted a 1.93 ERA in Buffalo, brings a much-needed fresh arm and a different look to a bullpen that will be heavily relied upon down the stretch. It's a clear signal that management is focused on shoring up every possible weakness for the playoff push.
The Fluharty move is a small preview of what might be a busy week. With the trade deadline looming, reports indicate the Jays are targeting bullpen help, starting pitching depth, and a right-handed bat for the bench. Manager John Schneider has stressed the importance of clubhouse chemistry, emphasizing that any new player must be the right fit for a tight-knit group. It's a delicate balance between adding talent and preserving the magic this team has built, but it's a necessary step for a club with legitimate championship aspirations.
The Blue Jays are in a fantastic position: first place, riding a historic home streak, and actively looking to improve. The outcome of this pivotal series against the Yankees will set the tone for the final stretch before the trade deadline. Every game, every roster move, and every front-office phone call feels magnified. The push for a deep October run is officially on, and Toronto is ready to meet the moment.
