Blue Jays miss out on securing franchise record.
The Toronto Blue Jays came close to matching a franchise milestone on Wednesday—but the Chicago White Sox had other plans. A 2-1 loss at Guaranteed Rate Field halted Toronto’s 10-game winning streak, leaving them just one win shy of tying their all-time best run of 11 straight victories.
Houser Outduels Lauer in a Tight Contest
Chicago starter Adrian Houser turned in another gem. The right-hander pitched seven strong innings, giving up just one run and scattering seven hits.
It marked his third consecutive win and lowered his ERA to a stingy 1.56 through nine starts. His consistency at home has been impressive—just two earned runs allowed over his last four starts in Chicago.
Toronto’s Eric Lauer, though solid, couldn’t quite match him. The lefty struck out seven in four innings but gave up both of Chicago’s runs in the fourth inning.
The Fourth Inning Changed Everything
With the game tied 1-1, Austin Slater kicked off the fourth with a single. Edgar Quero followed with an RBI double and later crossed the plate on Lenyn Sosa’s single. That would be all the White Sox needed to seal the win.
No Firepower in the Clutch
Both teams had their chances but couldn’t capitalize. The Blue Jays and White Sox each went just 1-for-9 with runners in scoring position. Toronto’s offense, which had been hot throughout the streak, suddenly cooled when it mattered most.
Closing It Out Under Pressure
Grant Taylor handled the eighth for Chicago, stranding Bo Bichette at second after a two-out double. In the ninth, Jordan Leasure faced a brief scare when Alejandro Kirk singled. But he quickly ended it by retiring Myles Straw on a fly to center, locking in his second save of the season.
A Win That Snaps More Than Just a Streak
The win meant more than just halting Toronto’s momentum. The White Sox had previously lost nine straight at home against the Blue Jays.
Wednesday’s game marked the end of that skid, too.
What’s Next for Both Teams
The Blue Jays now head to Sacramento to open a three-game series against the Athletics on Friday. All eyes will be on Max Scherzer, a three-time Cy Young Award winner, as he makes his fifth start of the season.
Oakland counters with Luis Severino, who’s had a rough season so far at 2-10 with a 5.30 ERA.
The White Sox move on to host the Cleveland Guardians for a four-game set starting Thursday. Jonathan Cannon (3-7, 4.50 ERA) takes the mound for Chicago, while Cleveland sends out left-hander Logan Allen (5-7, 4.07 ERA).
For the Jays, it’s a missed chance at making history. For the White Sox, it’s a rare moment to celebrate in a season of struggles.
