Blue Jays Rally for 4-3 Victory, Advance to World Series

BREAKING: The Toronto Blue Jays triumphed in a thrilling 4-3 comeback victory over the Seattle Mariners on October 20, 2025, clinching their first American League pennant since 1993 and securing a spot in the World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers this Friday.

In a nail-biting finish, George Springer delivered a pivotal three-run homer in the seventh inning, propelling the Blue Jays to a dramatic win. Closer Jeff Hoffman sealed the deal by striking out the side in the ninth, sending fans into a frenzy at the Rogers Centre.

The victory marks a significant milestone for the Blue Jays, a team renowned for their resilience, having led the majors with 49 comeback wins during the regular season. “I knew I had got the guy in from third, which was all I was trying to do,” Springer said amid the jubilant celebrations in the champagne-soaked locker room. “And then it went out of the park. I’ll take it.”

Springer’s dramatic 384-foot blast came off reliever Eduard Bazardo with teammates Isiah Kiner-Falefa and Addison Barger in scoring position. This was Springer’s fourth homer of the postseason and his 23rd playoff career homer, further solidifying his legacy as a clutch performer.

The Blue Jays, who faced elimination after losing the first two games at home, rallied to win four out of five games against the Mariners. They previously defeated the New York Yankees in the ALDS, marking their first championship series appearance since 2016.

As the celebration erupted in the locker room, pitcher Eric Lauer expressed the team’s camaraderie: “We’re all in it together and it’s what it’s all about.” Meanwhile, Max Scherzer humorously noted, “We’re all out of beer,” showcasing the team’s lighthearted spirit amid the intensity of the moment.

The game saw both teams scoring early, with a solo home run from Julio Rodriguez in the third and another from Cal Raleigh in the fifth, giving the Mariners a brief lead. However, the sellout crowd of 44,770 fans ignited with hope in the seventh inning as the Blue Jays turned their fortunes around.

Next, the Blue Jays prepare to face the formidable Dodgers, who feature two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani. “We know they’re a great team and I know we’re a great team — built differently,” said Blue Jays manager John Schneider. “But man, I can’t wait to go toe to toe with them.”

The excitement in Toronto is palpable as fans anticipate their team’s journey toward a potential World Series title. With just four wins needed to claim the crown, all eyes will be on the Blue Jays as they aim for glory in the upcoming series.

Stay tuned for more updates as the World Series approaches!