Halladay (7-1) wins fourth start in a row
Roy Halladay pitched a five-hitter to best former teammate A.J. Burnett, Scott Rolen had three hits and three runs batted in and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the New York Yankees, 5-1, Tuesday night.
Aaron Hill hit a home run for the Blue Jays, who improved to an American League-best 23-12. They lead New York by 6 1/2 games in the East.
Halladay (7-1) walked none and struck out five to win his fourth consecutive start and improve to 16-5 in 33 games against New York. He has an earned-run average of 2.77 against the Yankees, his best against any AL opponent.
Burnett (2-1) has not won since April 14.
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