Tag: Toronto Blue Jays

After being as many as nine games behind pace, the replay A’s finally pulled even with the 1989 squad on July 14, and even moved a game ahead of pace on July 15 after an extra-innings win. But, the Blue Jays salvaged a win in the finale of the four-game series as John Cerutti no-hit…

The A’s picked up another game in the standings after winning three of four games at home against the Blue Jays. Dave Stewart won his 10th game of the season and pitched a shutout, and Oakland’s final win came via a walkoff hit in the bottom of the ninth by Stan Javier. After 75 games,…

The start of May saw Oakland’s troubles continue, as they went to Toronto and lost both matchups in a two-game series. As usual, the opponent was just a little bit better, getting timely hits while avoiding giving them up. After 28 contests, the A’s have fallen eight games behind pace. sim 11-17, actual 19-9May 2…

Dave Stewart and Storm Davis had strong starts and the A’s earned a series sweep, albeit just a two-game one against visiting Toronto. Dave Parker (5-for-8) and Billy Beane (5-for-9) had excellent showings at the plate. After 21 games, Oakland remains six games behind pace. sim 9-12, actual 15-6April 24 — sim W 3-1 —…