Okamoto Soars to Fifth in Lineup | Toronto Blue Jays News

Rookie Kazuma Okamoto just shattered records, becoming the fifth Japanese player ever to hit 30 homers in a single MLB season—and he did it as a rookie. So hot, the Blue Jays are moving him up to the fifth spot in the batting order for their next game, hoping to keep that momentum rolling. With 23 doubles, 83 RBIs, and hits in six of his last eight games, Okamoto’s power is undeniable. Andres Gimenez slides into the sixth spot, but all eyes are on Okamoto’s rising star status. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bc13ce5e8c461fff