Kazuma Okamoto sets Blue Jays rookie RBI record in crucial matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 8:25 PM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026
Kazuma Okamoto made history for the Toronto Blue Jays by achieving the most RBIs by a rookie in franchise history. During a game against the Baltimore Orioles, Okamoto hit his 32nd home run of the season, bringing his total RBIs to 85, surpassing Eric Hinske's previous record. The Blue Jays are currently battling for postseason contention, sitting just 1.0 game behind the Cleveland Guardians. Okamoto, in his first MLB season, has emerged as a key player despite the team's struggles. With 12 games left this season, he is expected to add to his RBI total.
- •Okamoto hits his 32nd homer and 85th RBI
- •Blue Jays trailing Cleveland Guardians in playoff chase
- •Record surpasses Eric Hinske's previous mark
- •Match against Baltimore Orioles ongoing
- •Okamoto's rookie season noteworthy despite team challenges
- 8:25 PMYahoo Sports — Kazuma Okamoto makes Blue Jays rookie history with new RBI record
"This is some impressive history for the Blue Jays record to set.
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