Blue Jays' playoff push picks up steam

It's been a long journey, but the Blue Jays finally find themselves alone atop the American League East division.

Chris Colabello and Justin Smoak each hit three-run homers, and the surging Blue Jays put up seven runs in the second inning en route to their 10th straight victory, beating Oakland 10-3 Wednesday to leapfrog the New York Yankees for top spot in the AL East.

This is the latest in the season Toronto has led the division since 1993 — the year it last won the World Series. 

Wednesday's victory also gave Toronto its second double-digit winning streak this season. They won 11 in a row in June.

The Blue Jays have been on a tear since loading up on talent before the July 31 trade deadline, which was highlighted by the acquisitions of shortstop Troy Tulowitzki and starting pitcher David Price.

Excitement has been building in recent weeks in Toronto and tickets to games at Rogers Centre have suddenly become a hot commodity.

Furthermore, fans pining for the Blue Jays to return to the playoffs after a two-plus decade drought may finally get their wish.

Reaction to the Jays taking first place was enthusiastic.

The Blue Jays have 47 games remaining on their schedule, with a number of scenarios that could still play out. But for now, Toronto is the frontrunner.

Will the Blue Jays hold onto the top spot in the AL East the rest of the way?

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