From a memorable clinching catch in 1985 to 'Thank You, Alex!' chants in 2015, the Toronto Blue Jays have had their share of memorable stretch drive moments.

With the 2025 team on the verge of clinching a post-season berth, here's a look back at five late-season memories from the franchise's near half-century history.

DRIVE OF '85

The Blue Jays turned a corner in 1983 with their first winning season and followed that up with a second-place finish in the East Division standings the following year.

The playoff hurdle was finally cleared in 1985 as Toronto sealed the East title on Oct. 5 with a 5-1 victory over the New York Yankees.

When George Bell caught Ron Hassey's fly ball in left field, the Blue Jays outfielder dropped to his knees, leaned back and shook his arms in delight before

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