The Blue Jays' win streak ends as they fall 6-3 to the Athletics on July 13, 2025. José Berríos struggles while late homers aren't enough to stop the loss.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
All good things must come to an end. The Toronto Blue Jays' incredible hot streak was halted on Sunday, as they fell 6-3 to the Oakland Athletics. The loss, which snaps a significant winning run, was a frustrating end to the series, capped by Vladimir Guerrero Jr. grounding into a game-ending double play. While the defeat stings, it's just one blemish on what has been a dominant stretch of baseball for the club.
13-4 in their last 17 games. Despite the loss, the Blue Jays remain one of the hottest teams in the league.
The game got away from Toronto early, largely due to an uncharacteristically tough outing for starter José Berríos. The 'Chief of Staff' struggled to find his rhythm, surrendering 4 runs on the board over just 4 innings of work. The Athletics pounced, with home runs from Austin Wynns and Tyler Soderstrom helping them build a lead that the Jays couldn't surmount. It was a rare off-day for Berríos and a reminder of how crucial his starts are to the team's success.
Despite the deficit, the bats showed signs of life late in the game. Davis Schneider continued his powerful season with a solo home run in the 5th, and rookie Addison Barger provided a jolt of energy with a two-run shot in the 7th to make things interesting. However, the comeback fell short. In a moment tailor-made for social media, hard-throwing A's closer Mason Miller induced a ground ball from Vladimir Guerrero Jr. for a game-ending double play, sealing the 6-3 victory for Oakland.
The on-field action isn't the only area where the Jays are navigating challenges. The team recently placed reliever Ryan Burr on the 60-day IL with a rotator cuff strain, leading to the call-up of Tommy Nance from Triple-A Buffalo. On the recovery front, there's mixed news. RHP Paxton Schultz is making progress, having thrown his first bullpen session, and could return by late July. However, outfielder Anthony Santander's return from shoulder inflammation remains distant, as he has yet to begin swinging a bat.
Looking beyond the current roster, there's promising news from the farm system. Top pitching prospect Ricky Tiedemann is steadily working his way back from Tommy John surgery. He's now throwing on flat ground from 120 feet, a significant step in his recovery. While fans are eager to see him on a big-league mound, the organization is hopeful he'll be able to get into game action in the minors before the 2025 season concludes, offering a bright glimpse into the future of the rotation.
One loss doesn't erase a 13-4 run. The Blue Jays have proven they're one of the hottest teams in baseball, and now the challenge is to shake off this loss and start a new streak. With a solid 55-41 record, the focus shifts to the next series, where they'll look to get the bats and the starting pitching back in sync. This team has shown its resilience; it's time to show it again.
