Alejandro Kirk’s three-run homer powers Blue Jays past Rays 3-1

TORONTO — Alejandro Kirk’s three-run blast powered the Toronto Blue Jays past the Tampa Bay Rays 3-1 on Wednesday.
Kirk’s third home run of the season broke open the game after Toronto (21-21) trailed by a run for two innings.
Chris Bassitt struck out six and limited the Rays to just one run over 5 2/3 innings, despite giving up seven hits and two walks.
Relievers Brendon Little (2-0), Yariel Rodriguez and Yimi Garcia preserved the win, with Garcia earning his third save of the