Twins 1, Blue Jays 6: A Spring in Their Step
The Blue Jays put on a solid performance against the Twins, securing a 6-1 victory. While Cody Ponce struggled with his command, walking four and giving up two hits, he managed to keep the scoreboard clean. His spring ERA sits at 1.13, but he definitely had some luck on his side today.
Pitching Breakdown:
- Michael Plassmeyer: Efficiently closed out the second inning.
- Spencer Miles: Delivered 1.2 innings, allowing two hits and one earned run, with a walk and a strikeout.
His ERA stands at 4.05.
- Brendon Little: Pitched a scoreless inning, giving up one hit and one walk, while striking out one.
He's yet to allow an earned run this spring.
- Joe Mantiply: Also held the Twins scoreless in his inning, surrendering a hit and a walk.
- Connor Seabold: Struck out three in his inning of work, though he did walk one batter, resulting in a 7.20 ERA.
- Javen Coleman: Wrapped up with two innings, two walks, and a strikeout.
Offensive Highlights:
- Daulton Varsho: Stole the show, going 3-for-3 with five RBIs, including a home run. His spring stats are impressive, boasting a .452 average and a 1.420 OPS.
- George Springer: Managed a walk despite going hitless in two at-bats, maintaining a .167 average.
- Addison Barger: Went 1-for-3 with a strikeout, hitting .269 this spring.
Other notable performances included Jesus Sanchez and Brandon Valenzuela, who both struggled at the plate, combining for five strikeouts.
Minor Contributions:
- Josh Kasevich: Though he went 0-for-1 today, his .412 average this spring has certainly caught some eyes.
The Jays, now 8-10 in spring training, are starting to find their rhythm. Tomorrow, they face the Tigers with Max Scherzer set to start and Alejandro Kirk making his return.
In roster moves, the Jays assigned several players to the minors, including pitchers Chad Dallas, Ryan Jennings, and CJ Van Eyk, along with catcher Aaron Parker and infielder Cutter Coffey.