Toronto Blue Jays edge Red Sox in thrilling ninth for series sweep

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Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays edge Red Sox in thrilling ninth for series sweep
Summary

On June 18, the Toronto Blue Jays overcame the Boston Red Sox 4-3 at Fenway Park, completing a series sweep. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hit a solo home run to give Toronto an early lead, with Andrés Giménez adding a sacrifice fly. After Boston tied the game in the eighth, the Jays responded in the ninth with a key double from Brandon Valenzuela, securing the win. This victory pulls the Jays within one game of.500 and into playoff contention as they seek to improve in the American League East.

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  • Blue Jays complete sweep against Red Sox, improving to 37-38.
  • Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hit a solo home run in the first inning.
  • Brandon Valenzuela's ninth-inning double secured the win for Toronto.
  • Red Sox rallied with two home runs in the eighth to tie the game.
  • Toronto plays next against the New York Yankees at home.
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