Adell hits pair of solo homers, Angels beat Blue Jays 6-1 to avoid 3-game sweep

TL;DR

Jo Adell hit two solo home runs and José Soriano struck out seven as the Angels defeated the Blue Jays 6-1, avoiding a three-game sweep.

Key points

Jo Adell hit two solo home runs
José Soriano struck out seven batters
Angels won 6-1 to avoid a three-game sweep
Oswald Peraza added a two-run homer
Angels ended an eight-game road losing streak

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TORONTO (AP) — Jo Adell hit a pair of solo homers, José Soriano struck out seven over 7 2/3 innings to stop a three-start winless steak and the Los Angeles Angels avoided a three-game sweep by beating the Toronto Blue Jays 6-1 on Sunday. Oswald Peraza added a two-run homer as Los Angeles ended an eight-game road losing streak dating to April 16, while also ending a nine-game slump in Toronto. Soriano (6-2) gave up two hits and a walk in the first inning, including Kazuma Okamoto’s RBI double, but didn’t allow another runner until Myles Straw reached in the eighth with an infield hit ended a streak of 20 consecutive outs. Sam Bachman replaced Soriano after back-to-back singles loaded the bases and got Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to ground into a forceout. Peraza hit a two-run drive in a the fifth and Adell homered in the sixth and the ninth. All three homers came off Eric Lauer (1-5), who allowed six runs and five hits in five innings. He hasn’t won since March 29 against the Athletics. added a two-run double. right fielder was scratched from the lineup because of a sore right shoulder. Barger returned Saturday after missing 29 games because of a sore left ankle and made a 101.2 mph throw to retire at home plate.

Q&A

What were Jo Adell's contributions in the game against the Blue Jays?

Jo Adell hit two solo home runs, contributing significantly to the Angels' 6-1 victory.

How did José Soriano perform in the game against Toronto?

José Soriano struck out seven batters over 7 2/3 innings, allowing only two hits and one run.

What is the significance of the Angels' win over the Blue Jays?

The Angels' win ended an eight-game road losing streak and prevented a three-game sweep by the Blue Jays.