Michael Kay got trolled for claiming the Blue Jays were "not a first-place team" after Toronto overtook the Yankees for first place in the AL East.

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 New York.

Manager Aaron Boone's club was attempting to avoid being swept in a four-game series at Toronto, with first place in the AL East on the line.

New York Yankees pitcher Clarke Schmidt was placed on the 15-day injured list because of a right forearm soreness, one day after a start at Toronto was cut short.

New York Yankees pitcher Clarke Schmidt was placed on the 15-day injured list because of a right forearm soreness, one day after a start at Toronto was cut short following three innings

The New York Yankees placed starting pitcher Clarke Schmidt on the 15-day injured list Friday with tightness in his right forearm.

The New York Yankees are "starting to make calls" as the team searches for a third baseman prior to the July 31 trade deadline, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post.

The New York Yankees have hit a rough spot in the season. They have lost sole possession of the American League East lead, and their infield flaws are becoming more evident.