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Early season victories loom large for Blue Jays in September

The Toronto Blue Jays banked some wins against potential playoff opponents which could pay off in a big way down the stretch.

Sep 2, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Isiah Kiner-Falefa (7) high fives outfielder Myles Straw (3) after the victory over the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images | Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

They say a win in April is just as good as a win in September, but unless you're in the playoff hunt by the time September rolls around, that sentence carries very little weight.