The Toronto Blue Jays took care of business on their home field against the Texas Rangers by taking advantage of a struggling bullpen and limited starting rotat

Amid the Blue Jays' win over the Rangers on Friday night, catcher Alejandro Kirk stole a base, and Chris Bassitt had to make a joke.

Guerrero and Alejandro Kirk, who hit a solo home run of his own in the bottom of the second inning, have both had plenty of success against Eovaldi in their careers. Guerrero entered the game 10-for-24 (.417) against him, while Kirk had gone 6-for-11 (.545).

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Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk earns first career stolen base as manager John Schneider delivers hilarious reaction.

Ernie Clement hit a three-run home run, and the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the visiting Chicago Cubs 5-1 on Tuesday night.

The Blue Jays are activating infielder Andrés Giménez from the 10-day injured list, reports Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet. In a corresponding move, infielder Buddy Kennedy will be designated for assignment.