Blue Jays defeat Giants 9-3, Jonatan Clase launches first homer of season

The Toronto Blue Jays rallied to a 9-3 victory over the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. Jonatan Clase hit his first home run of the season—a three‑run shot off Giants starter Trevor McDonald—in the second inning and also contributed a single and a run scored during a five‑run third inning. Sean Keys added two RBI, while Ernie Clement, Brandon Valenzuela and Andrés Giménez also recorded runs batted in.

The win followed a 10‑1 loss to the Giants the previous night and ended a three‑game skid for Toronto. Pitcher Kevin Gausman, on the final year of his $110 million contract, struggled, surrendering seven runs in 5 1/3 innings and issuing five walks, raising questions about the club’s consistency as it trails the AL East.

Veteran right‑hander Max Scherzer, sidelined since mid‑June with back spasms, was slated for a rehab start with Triple‑A Buffalo while the Blue Jays weigh options at the trade deadline. The team’s postseason hopes have dimmed, sitting seven games below .500, and speculation grew about possible roster moves, including the market value of players such as Kevin Gausman, Shane Bieber and George Springer.

In addition, first‑base star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. declined his All‑Star selection, citing a focus on the team amid his own recent offensive struggles. The series highlighted both immediate on‑field success and longer‑term challenges for the Blue Jays as the season progresses.