Blue Jays leading AL East at the break - are they for real or just a hot streak?

I did NOT see this coming. The Toronto Blue Jays are sitting at the top of the AL East at the All-Star break, and they’ve been absolutely scorching since May 1 (40-23, .634 winning percentage). What’s working: George Springer renaissance - .280/.375/.509 with 16 HRs at age 35 Vlad Jr. extension paying dividends with renewed focus Perfect storm in the division - Yankees struggling, Red Sox disappointing, Orioles imploding The 10-game winning streak that put them in first place included a 4-game sweep of the Yankees that might have been a statement series. Blue Jays fans - how are you feeling right now? Cautiously optimistic or fully believing this is the year? #MLB #BlueJays