Ernie Clement's home run in the second inning sparked the game, bringing anticipation but ultimately leading to a low-scoring affair until the eighth inning.
Despite Buck's criticisms, Yariel Rodriguez managed to avoid allowing any runs through three innings, demonstrating effective pitching limits aimed at preserving his arm after transitioning from Japan.
The Blue Jays’ offensive struggles were evident, with little action between the second and eighth innings, only breaking through in the eighth to regain momentum.
In the eighth, a flurry of walks and hits allowed the Jays to take a critical lead, but Chad Green's failure as closer shifted the game's momentum.
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