The Toronto Blue Jays secured an 8-5 win against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on September 21, 2025. This win improved the Blue Jays’ record to 89-66, keeping them at the top of the AL East. The Royals’ record fell to 78-77, placing them third in the AL Central.
Seranthony Domínguez was the winning pitcher for the Blue Jays, delivering 1.33 innings without allowing a hit. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. contributed significantly with two hits and two RBIs. Andrés Giménez also added two RBIs and a triple to help the Blue Jays secure their victory.
The Blue Jays scored first in the second inning with three runs. The Royals responded with two runs in the fourth inning. The Blue Jays added three more runs in the fifth inning, making it 6-2. The Royals got two more runs in the fifth and one in the sixth, narrowing the gap to 6-5. The Blue Jays scored two more runs in the eighth inning, bringing the final score to 8-5. The Royals did not score again in the last three innings.
| Seranthony Domínguez was the winning pitcher for the Blue Jays. He pitched 1.33 innings without giving up any hits or runs and struck out two batters. This solid performance helped secure the win for Toronto. |
| Michael Wacha took the loss for the Royals. He pitched for five innings, allowing eight hits and six earned runs. Despite striking out four batters, his efforts were not enough to hold off the Blue Jays’ offense. |
| On the batting side, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. played a significant role for the Blue Jays. He had two hits and two RBIs, contributing to the team’s total of eight runs. Andres Giménez also made an impact with two hits and two RBIs, helping Toronto to their victory. |
What’s Next
The Blue Jays improved their record to 89-66 with this win. They are holding the first place in the East. The Royals, after this loss, have a record of 78-77. They are positioned third in the Central. This game may impact both teams as the season nears its end. The Blue Jays continue to strengthen their lead in the East. The Royals’ position in the Central remains competitive. Both teams will need to focus on their upcoming games to secure their standings.
The Toronto Blue Jays will host the Boston Red Sox next. They will start a new series at Rogers Centre on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. The game is scheduled for 7:07 PM.
The Kansas City Royals will be on the road to play against the Los Angeles Angels next. This series will begin on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. The first game starts at 9:38 PM at Angel Stadium of Anaheim.
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Last updated:September 22, 2025 Blue Jays, Royals