Addison Barger grounded out to first on the next pitch, and the threat was extinguished.

The Tigers remain atop the American League Central, 7.5 games ahead of the Cleveland Guardians. The Blue Jays are five games up on the New York Yankees for first in the AL East.

The Toronto Blue Jays have firm control of the AL East Division while the New York Yankees are dealing with what could be a critical injury.

The Toronto Blue Jays aren't just hot; they could rule over the AL soon. They're tied with the Houston Astros for the league's best record ahead of their clash with the Detroit Tigers on Thursday, who trail them by a half-game.

The Toronto Blue Jays will be without their starting catcher for the remainder of Saturday’s game against the Detroit Tigers.

The Toronto Blue Jays beat the Detroit Tigers on Friday night 6-2 at Comerica Park, improving to 20 games over .500 at 62-42. The Jays have the best record in the American League, while the Tigers have lost 11 of 12 to surrender that distinction.

To be clear, the Toronto Blue Jays infielder will be spectating at Hall of Fame induction weekend. That's because his dad is Billy Wagner, the fireballing relief pitcher getting his plaque this weekend in the quaint New York setting. The Blue Jays have brought Alan Roden to join them in Wagner's temporary place.