The Blue Jays lead the Cincinnati Reds 2-1 early in Friday night’s game at Rogers Centre in Toronto.
The game is part of a three-game series between the clubs and remains live as of the latest available update on the Friday schedule.
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Blue Jays build early lead
Toronto scored twice in the opening inning after Charles McAdoo reached second base and Alejandro Kirk drove him home with a double.
Kazuma Okamoto then doubled to deep left field to bring Kirk across and give the Blue Jays a 2-0 advantage.
Toronto collected three hits in the first inning, with Kirk and Okamoto supplying the runs batted in.
Reds answer with solo home run
Cincinnati responded in the second inning when Eugenio Suárez hit a solo home run to left field.
The homer was Suárez’s 26th of the season and cut Toronto’s lead to one run.
The Reds also put runners on base in the inning, but Toronto turned a double play to prevent further damage.
Live score and pitching
| Team | Score | Hits | Errors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati Reds | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| Toronto Blue Jays | 2 | 5 | 0 |
Nick Lodolo is pitching for Cincinnati, while José Soriano is on the mound for Toronto.
At the latest update, Soriano had worked two innings and recorded two strikeouts.
Lodolo had allowed two earned runs in his opening inning.
What is at stake
Both teams have been eliminated from playoff contention, leaving the final weekend focused on finishing the regular season and evaluating players ahead of the off-season.
The Reds entered the series with a 74-85 record, while the Blue Jays were 77-82 before Friday’s game.
Toronto is completing its regular-season home schedule against Cincinnati, with the clubs also scheduled to meet Saturday and Sunday at Rogers Centre.
The score and game details may change as play continues.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Blue Jays vs. Reds score?
The Toronto Blue Jays lead the Cincinnati Reds 2-1 at the latest available update.
Where are the Reds and Blue Jays playing?
The game is being played at Rogers Centre in Toronto.
Who is pitching for the Blue Jays?
José Soriano is pitching for Toronto.
Who is pitching for the Reds?
Nick Lodolo is pitching for Cincinnati.
When is the next game in the series?
The Reds and Blue Jays are scheduled to continue their three-game series on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in Toronto.
Fact-Checked: Key game details were checked against the MLB schedule and live scoring information. ([mlb.com](https://www.mlb.com/schedule/2026-09-25))
Disclaimer: This is a live game update, so the score, inning and player statistics may change as the game continues.