Blue Jays win; Brewers rebound with small-ball victories
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MILWAUKEE — On Tuesday night Vladimir Guerrero Jr. doubled home the go-ahead run in the 10th inning as the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Milwaukee Brewers 9-7, handing Milwaukee its sixth consecutive loss; on Wednesday and Thursday the Brewers responded with 2-1 wins, the first via a William Contreras eighth-inning rally and the second by executing three bunts for a go-ahead run.
Abner Uribe recorded a save Wednesday after Milwaukee’s two-run eighth-inning rally, and Aaron Ashby earned the win Thursday, reaching 5-0 and taking a major-league lead in victories; the sequence of games across Tuesday to Thursday included bullpen decisions, defensive miscues, timely infield plays and small-ball execution that directly shaped outcomes this week.
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Timeline
- 1. Tuesday: Blue Jays defeat Brewers 9-7 in 10 innings (Guerrero RBI).
- 2. Brewers record sixth straight loss, longest since June 2023.
- 3. Wednesday: Brewers beat Blue Jays 2-1 via eighth-inning rally (Contreras).
- 4. Abner Uribe closes Wednesday’s game with a save.
- 5. Thursday: Brewers win 2-1 after three straight bunts produce go-ahead run; Aaron Ashby earns the victory.
Why it matters
The Brewers' rebound shows the importance of strategy in baseball. It's not just about big hits, but also smart plays like bunts. If you're a fan, this week's games are a reminder to appreciate the smaller, tactical moves that can turn a game around.
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