That the announcement came mere hours before the opener of a three-game weekend series against their AL East rival Boston Red Sox began only added to the struggling state of the Jays starting rotation. The first came off Red Sox ace lefty Chris Sale back in the seventh inning and the second was a two-run walkoff effort in the 12th to secure the win. As for Stroman, the Jays certainly expected and counted on much more than they’ve got from the right-hander so far this season. Maile did that and more with a solo homer in the seventh and the heroic walkoff in the 12th. AROUND THE BASESSince their 17-2 start, the Red Sox have faltered to 9-2 .

Source: National Post May 12, 2018 04:18 UTC