The Toronto Blue Jays secured an 11-4 victory over the Detroit Tigers, improving their record to 61-42, the best in the American League. The win was highlighted by an outstanding pitching performance from Eric Lauer, who pitched eight innings allowing only one run. Lauer has been praised by teammates and coaches alike, with Ernie Clement calling him the "unsung MVP" and John Schneider noting his phenomenal impact on the team's rotation. The Blue Jays' dominant performance against the Tigers, a team currently experiencing a slump, has propelled them to the top of the AL standings as they continue their strong 2025 season.