Berríos shines in Toronto as Blue Jays defeat Cardinals 7-2

In a decisive game on Saturday, the Toronto Blue Jays triumphed over the St. Louis Cardinals with a score of 7-2. José Berríos showcased an impressive performance, pitching seven innings and allowing just one run and two hits. This victory marked Berríos' seventh consecutive win, solidifying his dominance on the mound. His record against the Cardinals improved to 3-0 in five career starts, demonstrating his effectiveness against this opponent. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. made history by driving in his 500th career RBI during the game, becoming the youngest player in Blue Jays history to achieve this milestone at the age of 25. Guerrero's contributions were significant, as he also scored twice, helping to propel the team to victory. Davis Schneider also shone, going 3 for 4 with a home run and two RBIs, while Addison Barger and Alejandro Kirk added to the scoring with key hits. The game shifted in favor of the Blue Jays during a four-run sixth inning, which was aided by a throwing error from Cardinals shortstop Masyn Winn. This error allowed the tiebreaking run to score, leading to a series of productive at-bats that ultimately sealed the game for Toronto. The Cardinals, who had been performing well against AL East teams, faced their first series loss to such an opponent in over two years. With this victory, the Blue Jays not only secured their second consecutive win but also positioned themselves favorably for the upcoming game against the Cardinals. The team looks to continue their momentum as they aim for a sweep in the series.