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Blue Jays: Misleading numbers with runners in scoring position

Aug 18, 2021; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Marcus Semien (right) celebrates with shortstop Bo Bichette (11) after hitting a solo home run during the third inning against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

The Blue Jays have some of the best numbers with runners in scoring position in baseball, so why does it feel they struggle to put runs on the board when it matters most?

That’s a question that many of us have been asking ourselves lately. I know I’ve heard it talked about on the broadcast, and I’ve read about it in various articles, but after the blown opportunity against Detroit on Friday night I had to go look for myself.