The Toronto Blue Jays faced off against the Seattle Mariners in a heated matchup that rekindled tensions from their 2022 wild-card series. Blue Jays starter José Berríos confronted Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh in the fourth inning, alleging that Raleigh was relaying pitch information from second base. The encounter led to both teams briefly clearing their benches, although no physical altercation ensued.

Despite the drama, Raleigh continued his impressive performance against the Blue Jays, hitting .292 in his career against them with significant contributions, including a two-run double that helped Seattle take the lead. Rowdy Tellez, also a former Blue Jay, clinched the game for the Mariners with a grand slam in the 12th inning. This match not only highlighted individual performances but also reignited competitive fire between two teams with recent history.

Saturday brings a hefty 11-game slate to DraftKings and eight games to FanDuel, providing fantasy players a wealth of options for their MLB lineups. Key pitchers include Garrett Crochet, who dazzled in his last outing against his former team, and MacKenzie Gore, who faces off against a Rockies lineup struggling against lefties. Each player shows a solid strikeout percentage and has favorable matchups, providing potential for high fantasy points.

In the infield, Cal Raleigh is heating up with seven home runs in 11 games and faces Jose Berrios, while Pete Alonso's patient approach against lefty Matthew Liberatore presents a promising opportunity for fantasy fans. Jonathan Aranda's excellent start to the season makes him a must-add against Carlos Carrasco. Outfielders like Nick Castellanos and Oneil Cruz are also set to deliver against favorable pitching matchups.

Addison Barger, the right fielder for the Toronto Blue Jays, etched his name into the franchise record books with a remarkable performance against the Seattle Mariners, tallying three outfield assists and achieving the hardest throw on an assist in the majors this season. Barger threw the ball at speeds of 98.8, 96.0, and 93.6 mph, further securing his status as a rising star in the league. His efforts contributed significantly to the Blue Jays’ 3-1 victory.

During the game, Barger successfully gunned down Cal Raleigh at second base and played a crucial role in ending a rundown involving Randy Arozarena. The standout moment came when he caught Rowdy Tellez trying to advance on a fly ball, making it one of only a few throws above 98 mph recorded by a Blue Jays player since 2015. His teammate Bowden Francis praised Barger's arm strength and precision, highlighting its impact in high-pressure situations.