Jays Score Big Over Mariners
There was a moment in the Blue Jays’ 8-3 win this weekend’s game when Toronto manager Cito Gaston paid a visit to the mound to talk to David Purcey.
The left-hander, who was making his third career Major League start, had already surrendered a two-run home run in the inning and subsequently allowed two more runners to reach base, before Gaston decided to speak to him.
Purcey was surprised when Gaston came to the mound and did not ask for the ball.
“That was a great moment because normally when I see a manager come out, it means that you’re done and they’re going to go to the bullpen,” explained Purcey with a smile.
He helped Toronto to a win, while in turn the offense was able to provide more than enough run support. The victory gave the Jays five straight wins, which ties a season high. Toronto fans surely got excited and started waving Toronto Blue Jays merchandise including signs as their team racked up runs.
Gaston viewed the decision to leave Purcey in the game during the sixth inning as important.
Purcey ended his outing having surrendered three runs on seven hits over six innings. He walked one and struck out four, needing 99 pitches.