Sanchez's Homer Powers Blue Jays' 4-2 Win Over Guardians

Toronto, Ontario - Jesus Sanchez delivered a game-winning two-run homer in the sixth inning Sunday, propelling the Toronto Blue Jays to a 4-2 victory over the Cleveland Guardians in the decisive game of their three-game series.

With Vladimir Guerrero Jr. on first base, the 28-year-old outfielder connected on a hanging curveball from right-handed starter Slade Cecconi, breaking a 2-2 tie and marking Sanchez's first go-ahead homer since joining Toronto. The blast to right field capped a strong afternoon for Sanchez, who earlier drove in a run with a sacrifice fly in the Blue Jays' two-run first inning, finishing with three RBI. It was his first such homer with the team and his initial go-ahead long ball since August 26, 2025, when he played for the Houston Astros.

Sanchez, acquired by the Blue Jays from Houston on February 13 in exchange for outfielder Joey Loperfido, has emerged as a reliable cleanup hitter behind Guerrero through the first month of the 2026 season. Last year, he split time between the Astros and Miami Marlins, but he attributes his early success to adjusting his approach at the plate. "You have to adapt and be ready for any moment because he gets on base almost...