Okamoto hits solo shot, Gausman in form as the Blue Jays top Guardians 5-3

Daulton Varsho drove in Vladimir Guerrero Jr. with the go-ahead run in the sixth and Andres Gimenez added a two-run double on a ball that landed on the foul line in the left-field corner.

Gausman (2-1), who gave up a solo homer to David Fry, allowed two earned runs and six hits while striking out three.

Cantillo (1-1) allowed three earned runs, six hits and a walk for the Guardians (15-13). He had four strikeouts.

TAKEAWAYS

Blue Jays: The injury-plagued roster took another hit as outfielder Nathan Lukes was placed on the 10-day injured list due to a left hamstring strain. Some help is coming to the mound though as Trey Yesavage is set to make his season debut Tuesday. Eric Lauer will move to the bullpen as a long reliever.

Guardians: Rejigged their lineup shortly before the game as outfielder Steven Kwan was scratched with a stiff neck. Angel Martinez replaced Kwan in the leadoff spot. Kwan is hitting .440 over his last 12 games against Toronto.

KEY MOMENT

Okamoto’s 425-foot blast landed in a standing-room section above the wall in centre field.

KEY STAT

The Blue Jays improved to 2-6 against American League Central Division opponents this season.

COMING UP

The teams will wrap up the three-game series Sunday. Left-hander Patrick Corbin (0-0, 3.68) was scheduled to start for Toronto against right-hander Slade Cecconi (0-3, 6.20).

This report by The Canadian Press was first published April 25, 2026.

Gregory Strong, The Canadian Press

by The Canadian Press

Okamoto hits solo shot, Gausman in form as the Blue Jays top Guardians 5-3

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