Springer provides veteran leadership and an edge against Rodon with a 5-26 line and 2 HR in his career against the lefty. His presence at the top of the lineup sharpens the Jays’ chances of jumping on Rodon early.

Springer homered as part of Toronto's five-homer barrage, reinforcing his role as a catalyst atop the lineup and a steady source of runs and RBIs in the series.

Springer’s solo shot tied him with Derek Jeter for fifth all-time in postseason homers and underscored his veteran leadership in Toronto’s high-powered offense. His presence anchors the Jays’ lineup as they ride a wave of offense into the rest of the ALDS.

Springer contributed a double and a solo homer as part of Toronto's 15-hit night, fueling the late-season power surge.

Springer contributed with a homer and solid run production as Toronto kept pressuring, continuing the balanced attack that overwhelmed the Yankees early in Game 2.