Guardians drop finale, series to Blue Jays

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - The Guardians are not making hay at home.

The Toronto Blue Jays erupted for 5 runs in the 5th inning Thursday and cruised to 6-3 win over the Guards at Progressive Field.

Nathan Lukes drove in 2 runs for Toronto while rookie Brett Bateman had 3 hits.

Tanner Bibee (5-15) took the loss, allowing 5 runs in 4 innings.

Cleveland drops to 2-4 on the current homestand and 33-38 at home overall.

Detroit comes to town Friday for a 3-game weekend series.

Cleveland has 22 games left in the regular season.