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Griff's Phillies Series Recap

Blue Jays blow opportunity to sweep 2-game series

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Richard Griffin
Aug 17, 2023
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The Jays on Wednesday night held a one-run lead with two out in the top of the fifth inning, when an errant throw from third-baseman Santiago Espinal on a routine groundball ended up bouncing past Vlad Guerrero Jr. at first base with two runs scoring and all of a sudden Kevin Gausman trailed in the game and the Jays were never able to recover. Here is a recap of the disappointing end to the two game series and the five-game homestand and a look at what lies ahead as the Jays head to the final stretch drive looking to secure at least a wildcard berth.

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