Ernie Clement Sets MLB Record with 30 Playoff Hits in Game 7

BREAKING: Toronto Blue Jays infielder Ernie Clement has made history by setting a new Major League record with 30 hits in a single postseason. This record-breaking moment occurred during Game 7 of the World Series on July 15, 2023, where the Blue Jays faced off against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Clement’s achievement surpasses the previous record of 29 hits held by Randy Arozarena, who set the mark during the 2020 postseason with the Tampa Bay Rays. Notably, both teams faced the Dodgers in the World Series, with the Rays losing in 2020, just as the Blue Jays did this year.

In a thrilling Game 7, Clement showcased his hitting prowess with three key hits, including a record-breaking leadoff double in the eighth inning that sent Dodgers reliever Emmet Sheehan to the bench. His performance also extended his hitting streak to 13 games, marking a new record for the Blue Jays in postseason play.

Clement’s journey to this historic moment has been remarkable. In his first postseason, he has raised his batting average to an impressive .417, hitting three times in his first four at-bats of the decisive game. He has recorded one home run and nine RBIs throughout the playoffs, solidifying his place as a key player for Toronto.

“Clement nearly won the World Series for the Blue Jays in the bottom of the ninth,” reports the Associated Press. “His long drive to left-center was caught on the warning track with the bases loaded, sending Game 7 to extra innings with the score tied at 4.”

Clement, now 29, was originally drafted by Cleveland in 2017 but faced challenges, including being designated for assignment in September 2022. After being claimed by the Athletics and subsequently released, he found a new home with the Blue Jays, where he played a career-high 157 games during the regular season. He finished the season with a batting average of .277, hitting nine home runs and driving in 50 RBIs.

This historic achievement is not just a personal triumph for Clement but also a significant moment for the Blue Jays as they aim to build on this momentum in future seasons. Fans and analysts alike are buzzing about Clement’s record as he has quickly become a pivotal figure in Toronto’s postseason narrative.

As the dust settles on this thrilling Game 7, all eyes will be on Clement and the Blue Jays as they regroup and plan for the next season, hoping to return to the postseason with even more firepower.