Gausman Shines as Blue Jays Defeat Rangers 7-3
- Kevin Gausman delivered a stellar four-hit performance, pitching his third complete game out of 280 starts.
- Daulton Varsho contributed significantly to the victory with four RBIs, including a decisive three-run homer.
- The Toronto Blue Jays secured a 7-3 win against the Texas Rangers, showcasing a strong team effort.
In a standout performance, Kevin Gausman pitched a four-hitter, leading the Toronto Blue Jays to a 7-3 victory over the Texas Rangers on Saturday. This marked Gausman's third complete game in 280 major league starts, as he struck out eight batters and walked three, throwing 118 pitches—the most he has thrown in a game since 2016. With this win, Gausman improved his record to 9-8 and became one of only two pitchers this season to achieve two complete games. Daulton Varsho was instrumental in the Blue Jays' offense, contributing four RBIs, including a three-run homer. The team showcased a strong batting performance, with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. collecting three hits and scoring three runs, while Alejandro Kirk added three hits and an RBI. The Blue Jays secured consecutive wins for the first time since early July, demonstrating a resurgence in their performance. The Rangers initially took the lead with Marcus Semien's first-inning triple and Wyatt Langford's RBI double in the third. However, the Blue Jays responded effectively, with Varsho's homer and Kirk's timely hits, ultimately pulling ahead. Michael Lorenzen struggled on the mound for Texas, allowing four runs and five hits in just two outs before being replaced. In injury news, Blue Jays manager John Schneider announced that top prospect Ricky Tiedemann will undergo Tommy John surgery on Tuesday, adding to the team's challenges as they look to maintain momentum in the season.