Yesavage shines in first start as Blue Jays blank Red Sox
Trey Yesavage had an impressive first start of the season for the Blue Jays, leading them to a 3-0 victory over the Boston Red Sox. The 22-year-old pitcher, activated from the injured list earlier that day, threw 5 1/3 innings, allowing only four hits and striking out three. The win improved the Blue Jays' record to 13-16, marking their sixth victory in the last nine games.
- ▪Trey Yesavage pitched 5 1/3 innings, allowing four hits and striking out three batters.
- ▪Kazuma Okamoto contributed a two-run single, while Vladimir Guerrero Jr. added an RBI single.
- ▪The Blue Jays' bullpen threw 3 2/3 innings without allowing a hit.
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Open this photo in gallery:Blue Jays pitcher Trey Yesavage throws a pitch against the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday.Nathan Denette/The Canadian PressShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountThat was a big yes for Trey Yesavage.The 22-year-old pitcher who electrified fans during the playoffs and World Series last year, had a sensational first start of the season on Tuesday in the Blue Jays’ 3-0 victory over the Boston Red Sox.Yesavage, who was activated off the injured list earlier in the day, scattered four hits over 5 1/3rd innings, struck out three and did not issue any walks.He did not pitch during spring training because of soreness in his pitching shoulder and only made his last rehabilitation start in the minor leagues last week.With such limited…
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