On August 19, 2025, the Toronto Blue Jays secured a 7–3 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. Max Scherzer earned the win, improving his record to 3-2 with a 3.83 ERA. The game saw the Blue Jays increase their lead in the AL East, bringing their season record to 73-53. George Springer and Alejandro Kirk had strong performances. Springer hit a home run and drove in two runs, while Kirk added another home run and collected three RBIs. The Pirates now hold a 53-73 record, remaining in fifth place in the NL Central. 
The Blue Jays started strong with three runs in the first inning. They added two more in the second, making it 5-0. The Pirates managed to score one run in the bottom of the second. The game remained scoreless until the seventh inning. In the seventh inning, the Blue Jays scored two more runs, extending their lead to 7-1. The Pirates scored one run each in the seventh and eighth innings. The final score was Blue Jays 7, Pirates 3. The Blue Jays stayed on top of the East with a 73-53 record, while the Pirates fell to 53-73.
Max Scherzer played a key role in the Blue Jays’ win. He pitched six innings, allowing only one run and four hits. Scherzer struck out four and earned the win, improving his record to 3-2 with a 3.83 ERA.
On the offensive side, Alejandro Kirk was a standout performer for the Blue Jays. He went 3-for-5 at the plate with three RBIs. George Springer also contributed with a two-run home run and scored twice.
Mitch Keller took the loss for the Pirates, allowing five runs in 3.33 innings. He gave up seven hits and struck out four. Despite the loss, Bryan Reynolds and Nick Gonzales each had two hits for the Pirates.
What’s Next
The Blue Jays now hold a record of 73-53. This win keeps them in first place in the East. They look to continue their lead in the standings. The Pirates fall to a record of 53-73. They remain in fifth place in the Central. This game was another challenge for them this season.
The Toronto Blue Jays will continue their series against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday, August 20, 2025. The game will take place at PNC Park, with the first pitch scheduled for 12:35 PM. After this game, the Blue Jays will travel to face the Miami Marlins starting on Friday, August 22, 2025, at loanDepot Park.
The Pittsburgh Pirates will also play the Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at PNC Park. After concluding this series, the Pirates will begin a new series at home against the Colorado Rockies on Friday, August 22, 2025. This series will continue through the weekend at PNC Park.
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Last updated:August 20, 2025 Blue Jays, Pirates