The Toronto Blue Jays are struggling as they head out on a road trip after a disappointing loss to the Cleveland Guardians. Despite a promising start, including a brief three-game winning streak, the team's shortcomings were laid bare in a recent 5-4 defeat at home.

Bowden Francis, who suffered a tough outing earlier in the week, allowed four runs over 4 1/3 innings but was notably better than his previous start. Yet, the team’s offense failed to capitalize on key opportunities, leading to missed chances that could have altered the game’s outcome.

Manager John Schneider expressed faith in his hitters, yet the team’s stats suggest otherwise. With the worst home run count in the majors and a batting average that’s underwhelming, there's increasing pressure on the squad to perform. As they move to Anaheim, recent history shows promise with past success at Angel Stadium, hinting that this might be the opportunity they need to regain traction.

The Toronto Blue Jays continued their struggles, suffering a 10-2 defeat against the Boston Red Sox at Rogers Centre, marking their eighth loss in nine games. The game was effectively over by the third inning, as the Red Sox jumped out to a 7-0 lead, powered by five home runs, including a two-run blast from Vladimir Guerrero Jr., who tied with Andrés Giménez for the team lead with three homers this season.

Bowden Francis, who took the loss, became only the third pitcher in Blue Jays history to surrender five home runs in a single game, joining the likes of Pat Hentgen and Brett Cecil. Despite the loss, Daulton Varsho provided a highlight reel moment with a spectacular catch, which has been described as one of the best seen in decades of Blue Jays coverage.

The Toronto Blue Jays continued their winning streak, securing a 3-1 victory against the Seattle Mariners at Rogers Centre. Right-hander Bowden Francis shone on the mound, earning his second quality start of the season by allowing just one run through six innings, despite giving up a solo homer to former Blue Jay Rowdy Tellez. The Blue Jays capitalized on their limited scoring chances, with George Springer contributing two hits, including a double, and Alejandro Kirk driving in an RBI. Notably, Addison Barger, recalled from Triple-A, demonstrated his impressive defensive skills with three outfield assists, narrowly missing the big-league record. The Jays' bullpen has significantly improved this season, now ranking tenth in the majors with a 3.33 ERA, a stark contrast to their previous year's performance.

Addison Barger, the right fielder for the Toronto Blue Jays, etched his name into the franchise record books with a remarkable performance against the Seattle Mariners, tallying three outfield assists and achieving the hardest throw on an assist in the majors this season. Barger threw the ball at speeds of 98.8, 96.0, and 93.6 mph, further securing his status as a rising star in the league. His efforts contributed significantly to the Blue Jays’ 3-1 victory.

During the game, Barger successfully gunned down Cal Raleigh at second base and played a crucial role in ending a rundown involving Randy Arozarena. The standout moment came when he caught Rowdy Tellez trying to advance on a fly ball, making it one of only a few throws above 98 mph recorded by a Blue Jays player since 2015. His teammate Bowden Francis praised Barger's arm strength and precision, highlighting its impact in high-pressure situations.

Bowden Francis turned in a commendable performance, allowing only one run over six innings to lead the Toronto Blue Jays to a 3-1 victory against the Seattle Mariners. George Springer contributed to the win with two hits and two runs scored, showcasing his offensive prowess. The game saw Toronto halt Seattle's two-game win streak, marking the Blue Jays' third consecutive win.

Francis struck out five batters while giving up five hits and one walk during his efficient outing. On the offensive end, Toronto took the lead in the first inning thanks to a sacrifice fly from Anthony Santander that brought Bo Bichette home. The Blue Jays added two more runs in the second and fourth innings, largely due to Springer's efforts. Seattle's Bryan Woo pitched well but ultimately could not contain Toronto's offense.