The Toronto Blue Jays edged out the Houston Astros with a final score of 4–3 at Rogers Centre. The game took place on September 9, 2025, under clear skies with temperatures reaching 100 degrees. Jeff Hoffman was the winning pitcher, improving his record to 8-6 with a 4.77 ERA.

George Springer’s home run stood out in the game, contributing to the Blue Jays’ victory. The win pushed Toronto’s record to 82-61, keeping them in first place in the AL East. Meanwhile, the Astros fell to 78-66 but still hold the top spot in the AL West.

The Astros started strong with two runs in the first inning, thanks to a homer from Carlos Correa. The game remained scoreless for both teams until the sixth inning when the Astros added another run. The Blue Jays responded in the bottom of the sixth with their first run. In the ninth inning, the Blue Jays turned the game around. They scored two more runs, taking the lead and securing the win at 4-3. The Blue Jays’ late-game surge was enough to overcome the Astros’ early advantage.

Jeff Hoffman was the winning pitcher for the Blue Jays. He pitched one inning without giving up a hit or a run. This helped the Blue Jays secure the win. Craig Kimbrel took the loss for the Astros. He pitched 0.33 innings, allowing one hit but no earned runs.

For the Blue Jays, George Springer stood out with a home run. He also had an RBI and a hit, contributing to the team’s victory. Isiah Kiner-Falefa added two RBIs and a hit, playing a key role in the Blue Jays’ offense.

Yordan Alvarez had three hits for the Astros, including a double. Carlos Correa hit a home run and drove in two runs. These performances, however, were not enough for the Astros to win the game.

What’s Next

The Blue Jays’ win over the Astros brings their record to 82-61. They are at the top of the East standings. This victory strengthens their position as they continue to compete for a playoff spot. The Astros now have a record of 78-66. Despite the loss, they remain first in the West. Both teams are leading their divisions, making future games between them highly significant.

The Houston Astros will continue their series against the Toronto Blue Jays. The next game is on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 7:07 PM at Rogers Centre. They will have another game against the Blue Jays on Thursday before heading to Atlanta to play the Braves on Friday.

The Toronto Blue Jays will also continue their series against the Astros. They play again on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 7:07 PM at home in Rogers Centre. After finishing the series with the Astros, they will start a new series against the Baltimore Orioles on Friday.

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