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George Springer homers twice, Blue Jays sweep Yankees to take AL East lead

George Springer homers twice, Blue Jays sweep Yankees to take AL East lead

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TORONTO — 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.
Addison Barger had a solo homer among his three hits for Toronto.
New York slugger Aaron Judge drew his 23rd intentional walk in the eighth, matching Mickey Mantle's 1957 team record.
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