Chris Bassitt faces Blue Jays, reflects on strong past relationships
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Chris Bassitt faced his former team, the Toronto Blue Jays, during a matchup on May 31, 2026. Pitching for the Baltimore Orioles, Bassitt delivered a strong performance, allowing one run over six innings despite the Orioles falling 2-1. Following the game, Bassitt expressed the emotional significance of reconnecting with his former teammates, whom he respected and enjoyed his time with during his three seasons in Toronto. His focus remained on aiding Baltimore while reflecting on the lasting bonds formed in Toronto's clubhouse during their World Series run.
- •Chris Bassitt allowed one run in six innings against the Blue Jays.
- •The Orioles lost the game 2-1 despite Bassitt's strong outing.
- •Bassitt previously spent three seasons with Toronto.
- •He emphasized the close relationships formed in Toronto's clubhouse.
- •The matchup marked Bassitt's first appearance against his former team.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Blue Jays’ World Series Pitcher Shares ‘Emotion’ Of Reunion
"The Toronto Blue Jays enjoyed a win in their reunion with their former veteran pitcher, who explained why he ignored his old teammates.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days- MLB•Sep 6, 2026, 9:26 PMWhere does Aroldis Chapman rank amongst all-time Red Sox closers?
MLB•Sep 6, 2026, 9:09 PMRed Sox manager provides Ceddanne Rafaela update after loss to Mariners
MLB•Sep 6, 2026, 9:08 PMVinnie and Salvy power Royals past Blue Jays
MLB•Sep 6, 2026, 8:57 PMWade Boggs leaves Red Sox’ Mickey Gasper in disbelief; ‘Get out of here!’
MLB•Sep 6, 2026, 8:45 PMNew York Yankees Make Jazz Chisholm Jr. Decision During Padres Series
MLB•Sep 6, 2026, 8:40 PMRed Sox Pitching Dominates Orioles To Complete Four-Game Sweep
