Blue Jays edge Phillies 7-5 in extra innings at Citizens Bank Park

The Toronto Blue Jays defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 7-5 in 11 innings on August 8, 2026. Nathan Lukes hit a crucial two-run home run in the 11th inning to secure the win. The game featured a pitcher’s duel early on, with Aaron Nola recording his 2,000th career strikeout while struggling to receive run support. The Phillies led at one point but faltered in the eighth inning, allowing the Blue Jays to tie the game. They will attempt to recover in the series finale on August 9 with Jesus Luzardo on the mound.

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