Jays Set Strikeout Record in Opening Series

0:00It's March 29th, this is MLB News Today, powered by AI, you're around the diamond update. I'm Cory with the story. Toronto Blue Jays just dropped a wild stat to open their 50th season, fanning 50 batters over the first three games against the Oakland. Athletics? That's a major league record for Strikeouts in an opening series, perfectly matching the team's anniversary with that round number. Ooh. Kevin Galsman said a Jays opening day mark with 11 Strikeouts in six innings on Friday. Dylan sees topped it with 12 in his Toronto debut Saturday, and Eric Lauer chipped in 9 Sunday to help seal a 5-2 win and complete the sweep. Athletics Skipper admitted they faced some serious arms affront, making it tough all weekend. Jays manager loved the collective pitching plan coming together, calling it straight fun to watch unfold. Closer Jeff Hoffman brought the heat to, striking out four in Friday's ninth, after a wild pitch letter runner on, then two more Sunday to slam the door on the athletics.

1:03This hall ties the franchise record for a single series, one they hit before over four games back in March of 2019. Jays pitchers are locked in early, setting a tone that could carry them deep this year.