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Today in Blue Jays History: Encarnacion’s Walk-Off Homer

Reflecting on a historic postseason moment, the franchise celebrated the tenth anniversary of a legendary extra-inning playoff thriller. During the American League Wild Card matchup, the slugger launched a dramatic three-run blast in the eleventh frame to secure a five-to-two triumph over the Baltimore Orioles.

Prior to the decisive swing, Jose Bautista had provided an earlier solo shot, while Ezequiel Carrera contributed an RBI single. Starting pitcher Marcus Stroman delivered six solid frames, surrendering only a two-run homer to Mark Trumbo, before a stellar relief corps tossed five consecutive scoreless innings.

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