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Blue Jays Start 3-0 with Record Strikeouts

Toronto Blue Jays began their season with a 3-0 sweep of the Athletics, featuring an MLB-record 50 strikeouts and standout performances from newcomers.

The Blue Jays opened their 2025 campaign with a dominant 3-0 sweep against the Athletics, highlighted by two walk-off victories and a MLB-record 50 strikeouts by the pitching staff. Newcomers Dylan Cease, Kazuma Okamoto, and Jesus Sanchez made strong impressions, with Okamoto and Sanchez each hitting their first Blue Jays home runs on Sunday.

Now 3-0 for the first time in 30 years, the Blue Jays face a favorable schedule ahead with three games against the Rockies followed by three against the White Sox. Cody Ponce is set to make his Blue Jays debut on Monday as the team looks to capitalize on their strong start.