Josh Donaldson hits three home runs as Blue Jays beat Twins
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Last updated Aug 28, 2026
On May 20, 2016, the Blue Jays defeated the Twins 9-6 at Target Field. The game featured Josh Donaldson's first and only career three-homer game, contributing to the team's lead. Donaldson's three home runs came after foul ball injury concerns and helped the Jays overcome a 5-2 deficit during the fifth inning. The victory advanced Toronto's record to 74-56, keeping them in playoff contention, while Minnesota suffered its tenth consecutive loss.
- •Donaldson hit three home runs in the game
- •Blue Jays improved to 74-56 with the victory
- •Minnesota's loss extended their losing streak to ten games
- •Devon Travis and Troy Tulowitzki also contributed runs
- •R.A. Dickey started for the Blue Jays, allowing five runs
- 3:27 PMYahoo Sports — Today in Jays History: 3 Home Runs For Donaldson
"Ten Years Ago The Blue Jays defeated the Twins 9-6, highlighted by Josh Donaldson’s first—and only—career three-homer game. Fans tossed hats onto the field in celebration (technically caps, but “cap trick” just doesn’t have the same ring). The victory improved the Jays’ record to 74-56, putting them two games ahead of the Red Sox for […]
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