Jordan Romano: 100 career MLB saves

Entering the game with the Blue Jays holding a 5-2 lead, Romano took the mound with determination. Despite a brief scare with a solo home run by Kyle Isbel, Romano's resolve remained unshaken. With a flyout and a strikeout preceding the homer, Romano showcased his resilience, ensuring Toronto's lead remained intact.

The milestone save not only underscored Romano's reliability but also etched his name in the annals of Blue Jays history. As per StatsCentre, Romano's century of saves ties him for fourth place on the franchise's all-time leaderboard. Moreover, the Blue Jays have maintained a perfect record of 4-0 whenever Romano has taken the mound this season, a testament to his invaluable contribution to the team's success.

Romano's journey to this pinnacle moment has been characterized by perseverance and growth. Making his MLB debut in 2019, Romano initially navigated through the ranks of the Blue Jays bullpen as a sporadic presence. However, his dedication and hard work bore fruit, as evidenced by his remarkable improvement, particularly in the 2020 season where he slashed his ERA from 7.63 to a commendable 1.23.

The turning point in Romano's career came in 2021 when he assumed the mantle of the Blue Jays' primary closer. Displaying exceptional prowess on the mound, Romano amassed a stellar record, finishing the season with a remarkable 7-1 record, accompanied by a formidable 2.14 ERA and 23 saves.

His exceptional performance did not go unnoticed, as Romano earned back-to-back All-Star nods in 2022 and 2023, showcasing his consistency and dominance in the league. Bolstered by his stellar statistics, including a 2.33 ERA and 100 saves since the onset of 2020, Romano has firmly established himself as one of the premier closers in the American League.

As the Blue Jays gear up for another clash against the Royals on Tuesday night, anticipation runs high regarding Romano's availability. Having made three appearances in the last four days, Romano's workload remains a point of consideration. However, should he take the mound once again, he could potentially cement his sole possession of fourth place on Toronto's career saves list, further solidifying his legacy for the Blue Jays.