It’s Game #36 of the season, and the Toronto Blue Jays are back in action against the Tampa Bay Rays. After a tough stretch, fans are hoping for a spark—and maybe a few more runs. As one fan put it: "Some runs would be nice. Please note the term 'runs' is plural." That pretty much sums up the mood in the dugout right now.

On the injury front, there’s some concern with Jose Berrios, who is feeling soreness in his arm. Given that he’s dealing with a stress fracture, this isn’t entirely unexpected, but it’s still a worry for a rotation that’s already been tested. Meanwhile, Shane Bieber is making progress: he’s close to facing live batters again. Think of it like the start of spring training—if all goes well, we could see him back on the mound in about a month.

Tonight’s lineup brings a notable change: for the first time this year, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is getting a day off. Hey, even the best need a breather after 35 games. But there’s good news, too—George Springer is back in the lineup and leading off, ready to set the tone from the top.

Whether you’re watching from the stands or cheering from home, this is a game that could set the tone for the series. Let’s see if the bats can wake up and give the pitching staff some much-needed support.