Dylan Cease Sets Franchise Record in Dominant Blue Jays Debut

In his Toronto Blue Jays debut, Dylan Cease delivered a dominant performance, striking out 12 batters over 5.1 innings during an 8-7 extra-innings win against the Athletics. Cease allowed only one run on three hits and two walks, earning a no-decision. His 12 strikeouts set a new franchise record for a pitcher's debut, validating his $210 million contract and establishing him as a key anchor for the Blue Jays' rotation.