UPDATE: In a thrilling Game 7 of the World Series on Saturday night, Ernie Clement of the Toronto Blue Jays made history by achieving a record-breaking 30 hits in a single postseason. This monumental feat surpasses the previous record of 29 hits set by Randy Arozarena during the 2020 postseason.
Clement’s historic night unfolded in front of an electrified crowd, where he delivered three hits, including a pivotal leadoff double in the eighth inning that sent Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Emmet Sheehan to the mound. The Blue Jays ultimately fell to the Dodgers in a nail-biting Game 7, but Clement’s performance is capturing headlines across the baseball world.
With this achievement, Clement has not only etched his name in baseball history but has also extended his hitting streak to 13 games, breaking the Blue Jays postseason record. Previously, Pat Borders held the record with a 12-game hitting streak in 1992.
The 29-year-old had an exceptional evening, boosting his postseason batting average to an impressive .417 after three hits in his first four at-bats. His contributions this postseason include one home run and nine RBIs.
Clement’s journey to this moment is remarkable. Drafted by the Cleveland Indians in 2017, he faced challenges, being designated for assignment in September 2022. After a brief stint with the Athletics, he signed a minor league deal with the Blue Jays, where he has since flourished. During the regular season, he played in 157 games, hitting .277 with nine home runs and 50 RBIs.
In a dramatic final inning, Clement nearly clinched the championship for the Blue Jays, sending a powerful drive to left-center with the bases loaded. Unfortunately, the ball was caught on the warning track, forcing extra innings with the score tied at 4.
The Blue Jays’ playoff run, culminating in this historic moment for Clement, has captivated baseball fans. As the dust settles on this World Series, all eyes will be on Clement as he continues to build on this extraordinary achievement in the upcoming seasons.
Stay tuned for more updates as we follow Clement’s career and the future of the Toronto Blue Jays.
