Kazuma Okamoto hit a three-run homer as the Toronto Blue Jays rallied past the Chicago Cubs 8-6 on Saturday, June 20, 2026, in Chicago.
Game Recap
The Blue Jays trailed 6-3 before Okamoto's blast in the seventh inning tied the game. Toronto added two more runs in the eighth to secure the victory.
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. also contributed with a double and a run scored. The win improved the Blue Jays' record to 42-30, while the Cubs fell to 38-34.
Key Performances
Blue Jays starter Kevin Gausman allowed six runs over five innings but was not involved in the decision. Reliever Tim Mayza earned the win, and Jordan Romano picked up the save.
For the Cubs, Dansby Swanson hit a two-run homer in the fourth inning. Chicago starter Jameson Taillon gave up five runs in 5.2 innings.
According to Blue Jays manager John Schneider, "Okamoto's homer was the turning point. The team never gave up."
