Vancouver Canadians News: August 9 - August 15, 2024

The Vancouver Canadians, the minor league affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays, have had a mixed performance over the past week. Here are some highlights and lowlights from their recent games:

Highlights

- **Peyton Williams Named NWL Player Of The Week**: Peyton Williams had an impressive week, earning the Northwest League Player of the Week award with 11 hits and 22 total bases.

- **Pat Gallagher Leads to Shutout Win**: Pat Gallagher pitched five strong innings to lead the Canadians to a 2-0 shutout win over the Tri-City Dust Devils, marking their 12th shutout win of the year.

- **Kendry Rojas' Quality Start**: Kendry Rojas, the #11 Blue Jays prospect, delivered his first quality start in High-A, leading the Canadians to a 2-1 win over the Hillsboro Hops.

- **Jeff Wehler and Peyton Williams' Home Runs**: Jeff Wehler and Peyton Williams hit crucial home runs to secure a win against the Everett AquaSox.

Lowlights

- **Losses to Hillsboro Hops**: The Canadians suffered a series of losses to the Hillsboro Hops, including a 13-4 blowout and a 2-1 loss where they carried a no-hitter into the seventh inning but faltered late.

- **Miscues Mar Sanchez Start**: Rafael Sanchez's quality start was spoiled by three Canadians errors, leading to a 5-2 loss to the Hillsboro Hops.

- **Loss to Eugene Emeralds**: The Canadians dropped a game to the Eugene Emeralds, snapping their four-game win streak.

Upcoming Games

The Canadians are set to face the Spokane Indians, with Mason Green taking the mound for the Indians.

Conclusion

The Vancouver Canadians have shown resilience and talent in their recent games, with standout performances from players like Peyton Williams and Kendry Rojas. However, they have also faced challenges, particularly in their series against the Hillsboro Hops. As they continue their season, fans can look forward to more exciting games and the opportunity to see rising stars in action at Nat Bailey Stadium.