Blue Jays Jump to 5-0 Lead Over Yankees with Nathan Lukes’ 14-Pitch Two-Run Double Off Clayton Beeter

The Toronto Blue Jays took an early lead against the New York Yankees, jumping to a 5-0 advantage with no outs in the first inning. The scoring began with an RBI double by Barger, giving the Blue Jays a 1-0 lead. Later in the game, Nathan Lukes delivered a pivotal moment by winning a 14-pitch at-bat against Yankees pitcher Clayton Beeter, culminating in a two-run double down the left-field line that put the Blue Jays ahead 5-3. Lukes fouled off nine pitches during this extended at-bat, which was highlighted by teammates and commentators as a crucial and impressive effort. George Springer described Lukes' performance as a "huge at-bat," underscoring its importance in the game.