The Toronto Blue Jays demolished the New York Yankees 10-1 in a stunning playoff game that broke their seven-year postseason drought. Alejandro Kirk emerged as the unexpected star, becoming the first Mexican-born player to hit two home runs in a postseason game, electrifying the home crowd at Rogers Centre.

Kirk’s historic performance was complemented by Vladmir Guerrero Jr’.s powerful hitting, with both players delivering crucial moments that sealed the Blue Jays’ dominant victory. Guerrero, who hit his first-ever postseason home run, went 3-for-4 and drove in two runs, showcasing why he’s considered a rising star in Major League Baseball.

Starting pitcher Kevin Gausman was equally impressive, allowing just one run over 5 2/3 innings and setting the tone for Toronto’s commanding win. The victory was particularly sweet for Blue Jays fans, who have watched their team struggle in recent playoff appearances, including sweeps in 2020, 2022, and 2023.

The game saw Toronto leveraging their home-field advantage, where they’ve been nearly unbeatable this season, winning 54 home games during the regular season. Their dominance over the Yankees continued, as they won seven of their last eight home matchups against their divisional rivals.

Notable defensive plays also highlighted the Blue Jays’ comprehensive performance, with Guerrero turning an unassisted double play and Nathan Lukes making a spectacular diving catch in right field that kept the Yankees’ scoring opportunities at bay.

As the series continues, Blue Jays fans are hopeful this breakthrough game signals a turning point for the team’s postseason fortunes. With rookie Trey Yesavage set to pitch in the next game, the momentum appears firmly in Toronto’s favor.