Alejandro Kirk's stolen base sparks Blue Jays comeback against Seattle Mariners
The Toronto catcher stole second base in the sixth inning Saturday and helped the Jays overcome a 3-0 deficit for a 4-3 win.
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Alejandro Kirk drew a standing ovation at Rogers Centre on Saturday after stealing second base — a rare feat for the catcher that helped spark the Toronto Blue Jays to a 4-3 comeback win over the Seattle Mariners.
Kirk's steal in the sixth inning was his first of the 2026 season and just the second of his MLB career. His first came just over a year earlier, on August 15, 2025, against the Texas Rangers, when Vladimir Guerrero Jr. notably presented him with the actual second-base bag after the game.
The unexpected burst of speed drew roars from the Rogers Centre crowd and baffled MLB announcers calling the game. "What in the world?" one said as Kirk took off for second while the ball was in flight.
Kirk also contributed at the plate with an RBI single that helped the Jays overcome a 3-0 deficit. His impact was instrumental in the comeback, with fans and social media users praising his hustle. The Jays face the Mariners again today in the series finale.
The facts
When did Alejandro Kirk steal a base for the Toronto Blue Jays?
Alejandro Kirk stole second base in the sixth inning on Saturday, August 29, 2026, against the Seattle Mariners at Rogers Centre.
How many stolen bases does Kirk have in his MLB career?
Kirk has stolen two bases in his MLB career—one on August 15, 2025, against the Texas Rangers, and one on August 29, 2026, against Seattle.
What was the final score of the Blue Jays game on August 29, 2026?
The Toronto Blue Jays defeated the Seattle Mariners 4-3 after overcoming a 3-0 deficit.
