Kazuma Okamoto Sets Blue Jays Franchise Record for Most Homers by a Rookie

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Kazuma Okamoto Sets Blue Jays Franchise Record for Most Homers by a Rookie

Okamoto homered in the fifth inning of Tuesday's 10-5 win over the Rays. This marked the 25th homer of his season, the most by a rookie in franchise history. Okamoto, who is hitting .228 and has 72 RBIs, is ranked second amongst all rookies in RBIs and third in home runs.

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