Blue Jays' Costly Pickoff and Playoff Skid Ended by Twins
The Toronto Blue Jays' 2023 postseason run came to an end with a heartbreaking 2-0 loss to the Minnesota Twins in Game 2 of the AL Wild Card Series. One of the defining moments of the game was a pickoff play that caught Vladimir Guerrero Jr. off guard, denying the Blue Jays a chance to tie the game. Despite their aggressive baserunning throughout the season, this play backfired, leaving Guerrero reaching out for help as the Twins celebrated their victory. The loss encapsulated the frustrations the Blue Jays faced throughout the regular season, and Guerrero's image of disappointment will be a lasting memory of their playoff exit.