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Two hits help Blue Jays turn tide with RISP
- Updated: May 26, 2016
NEW YORK — The Blue Jays’ offense has been struggling for most of the season because their timely hits have been missing in action. They found them Thursday afternoon.
On a day when Toronto’s lineup once again had issues putting together a prolonged rally, the Blue Jays found a way to make the most of their opportunities. Two hits with runners in scoring position proved to be the difference in a 3-1 victory over the Yankees.
Toronto’s production with runners in scoring position has been its biggest issue all year. The Blue Jays entered play Thursday ranked second-last in the American League with a .216 average with RISP (75-for-347), but they went 2-for-6 when it counted in the Bronx.
“We’ve been missing that, not just against these guys, we’ve been missing that for a while,” manager John Gibbons said. “The name of the game is hitting with guys in scoring position. It’s not always easy, but we came through today again.”
The Blue Jays’ first opportunity came in the top of the third inning when they loaded the bases with two outs. Designated hitter Edwin Encarnacion then came through with a two-run single to left as Toronto took an early …
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