Toronto Blue Jays break 40-year franchise record for most consecutive home game wins

The red-hot Toronto Blue Jays have set a new franchise record.

With their 4-1 win over the New York Yankees Monday night, the Jays broke the team’s 40-year record for most home games won in a row with 11.

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The previous benchmark of 10 was first set in 1985.