Blue Jays Talk An Abrupt Ending Forces Game 7 in Toronto
Nov 1, 2025
In a tense Game 6, the Blue Jays faced heartbreak with a bizarre ninth inning featuring a wedged ball that halted a potentially game-tying hit. The hosts dive into Addison Barger's controversial baserunning decision and Kevin Gausman's challenging third inning. They also assess missed offensive opportunities against Yoshinobu Yamamoto and debate pitching strategies for the decisive Game 7. With optimism for a comeback, fans weigh in on tactical choices and reflect on the team's resilience as they prepare for the thrilling finale.
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Don't Let One Moment Define A Season
- The bottom of the ninth misplay (Barger doubled off) shouldn't define the season despite feeling devastating in the moment.
- Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker stress the team's resilience and that there's still Game 7 to decide everything.
When In Doubt, Stay At Your Base
- When in doubt on the bases, stay put and watch the play instead of advancing aggressively.
- Kevin Barker warns base-runners to avoid unnecessary risk in high-leverage moments.
Third-Inning Turned The Game
- The Dodgers' third-inning six-batter rally was the game-altering sequence.
- Blair and Barker identify that stretch as the primary reason Toronto lost 3-1.