Jacob Barnes' outing in the 12th inning against the Seattle Mariners highlighted the Blue Jays' offensive struggles as they fell 8-4 at home. With key relievers unavailable, Barnes faced a challenging situation, allowing a grand slam to Rowdy Tellez after loading the bases. Despite having multiple opportunities earlier in the game to secure a win with runners on base, the Jays settled for ten singles, showing a concerning lack of power in their offense, ranking near the bottom in home runs this season.

Manager John Schneider expressed frustration over the missed chances, contrasting the team's talent with their current inability to capitalize in crucial moments. The Blue Jays' strategy of relying heavily on singles is proving unsustainable given their recent performance. As the season progresses, the need for more home runs becomes critical to reduce pressure on the bullpen and improve overall scoring opportunities.