US EditionYesavage Fairytale Carries Blue Jays to World Series Brink
Yesavage, called up last month, struck out 12 batters without walking any, setting a rookie record in the World Series and first with 10+ Ks in 76 years.
- On Wednesday, rookie Trey Yesavage recorded 12 strikeouts in Game 5, breaking the World Series rookie single-game record while pitching seven innings with no walks at Dodger Stadium.
- He began the season in Single-A Dunedin in front of 327 spectators before being called up last month and rapidly climbing to the majors with the Toronto Blue Jays.
- He became the first rookie in 76 years to strike out 10-plus batters and the first to strike out five consecutive batters in a World Series game, MLB coverage reported.
- The Blue Jays won 6-1, leaving them one win from the World Series after Yesavage's 12-strikeout performance in Game 5.
- This isn't the first time this year Trey Yesavage has recorded double-digit postseason strikeouts, and the Los Angeles Dodgers retain hope with Yoshinobu Yamamoto facing the reigning champions' lineup next.
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In the news today: Blue Jays one win away from glory, Yesavage sets rookie record
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... Blue Jays top Dodgers 6-1 to take 3-2 series lead Davis Schneider set the early tone on Wednesday night. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. did his part too.
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Yesavage fairytale carries Blue Jays to World Series brink
Rookie pitcher Trey Yesavage is eyeing a Hollywood ending to a remarkable season after a dazzling performance carried the Toronto Blue Jays to the brink of World Series glory on Wednesday.
Yesavage strikes out 12 as rookie pitches Blue Jays past Dodgers 6-1 for 3-2 lead in World Series (MLB)
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Trey Yesavage soaked in Dodger Stadium, filled with 52,175 fans about to watch him pitch in the World Series, and thought back to starting his season in front of 327 spectators in the low minor leagues. A sandlot story worthy of a movie studio back lot. “Crazy world,” the wi...
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