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June 17, 2025

Barger and Bichette homer in ninth as Blue Jays come back for 5-4 win over D-Backs

Gregory Strong The Canadian Press

Toronto Star

Barger and Bichette homer in ninth as Blue Jays come back for 5-4 win over D-Backs

In a thrilling comeback, Bo Bichette launched a game-tying homer in the ninth inning, and Addison Barger delivered a walk-off blast, securing a 5-4 victory for the Toronto Blue Jays against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday night at Rogers Centre. This win ended the Blue Jays' three-game losing streak.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. also contributed to the win with a massive 448-foot homer, marking his longest of the season. The game saw several injuries, including Jonatan Clase being hit by a pitch and Myles Straw spraining his ankle after crashing into the wall. The game lasted nearly three hours and drew a crowd of over 38,000 fans.

What implications does this game have for the Blue Jays moving forward?How do injuries affect a team's performance in the long run?What trends are emerging in player performances this season?How do clutch performances impact a player's legacy?

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