# Rookie Kazuma Slams Way to History | Toronto Blue Jays News

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Podcast: [Toronto Blue Jays News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/toronto-blue-jays-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7456600)
Published: 2026-07-09T03:06:04+00:00
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Rookie Kazuma Okamoto exploded onto the scene with a jaw-dropping grand slam in the first inning, giving Toronto a 5-0 lead and marking his first career homer — and the first grand slam Logan Webb has surrendered all season. It’s also the first rookie grand slam for the Blue Jays since 2019, echoing the power of past stars like Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Signed from Japan for $60 million, Okamoto is already smashing 21 homers and driving in 59 runs in just 90 games, leading the team offensively. His fire is keeping Toronto in playoff contention, sitting third in the division. Next up: a road series in San Diego against the Padres — can he keep this momentum going? Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/22ecd4da2737b75e

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