The average velocity on the pitch was up 3.6 miles per hour from his season average, and he touched 93 m.p.h. Gurriel’s second hit of the game advanced George Springer to third and sparked some chirping from teammates about his good fortune. Going into Sunday’s second game, Matz had allowed eight runs (seven earned) in 6 2/3 innings since his return from illness. It was his 31st long ball of the season, second only to the Angels’ Shohei Ohtani, and the first of three by the Jays in the inning. Game over: Too often this year, the Jays have failed to sweep a series when they had the chance.

Source: thestar July 18, 2021 23:15 UTC