George Springer hit two two-run home runs and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the New York Yankees 8-5 on Thursday night to complete a four-game sweep and take sole possession of the AL East lead.

The New York Yankees have officially lost their lead of the AL East, losing three straight games against the Toronto Blue Jays. While much of the Yankees' strug

With an 8-5 win over the New York Yankees on Thursday, the Blue Jays completed a sweep of their division rival and took over sole possession of first place in the process. Their record sits at 49-38. with the Yankees and Tampa Bay Rays each one game behind them at 48-39.