Tue Oct 14 08:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Mariners Steal Game 1 in Toronto, ALCS Heats Up

**TORONTO** – The Seattle Mariners drew first blood in the American League Championship Series, defeating the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 1 on Sunday and silencing the Rogers Centre crowd. The Mariners, fueled by momentum from their Division Series victory, look to continue their winning ways as the series continues tonight.

“They’re one of the best teams in the league,” said Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh. “They’re really tough — they’ve got great pitchers, great hitters. It’s going to be tough. We’ve just got to keep doing it.”

The Blue Jays, who enjoyed a strong home record this season, are looking to bounce back tonight. Manager John Schneider remains confident: “We’re trying to figure out a way to win four,” he said. “I think our guys will be up for the challenge to show what we’ve been doing all year offensively.”

**Pitching Matchup:**

Game 2 features an intriguing pitching matchup. The Mariners will send right-hander Logan Gilbert (1-0, 1.13 ERA this postseason) to the mound. Gilbert pitched 34 high-stress pitches in relief on Friday and has been tweaking his routine. The Blue Jays will counter with rookie sensation Trey Yesavage (3-1, 3.21 ERA). Yesavage comes off a dominant hitless outing against the Yankees in the ALDS, where he struck out 11 batters.

**Key Players to Watch:**

* **Mariners:** Cal Raleigh has been on a tear this postseason, hitting .400 with a 1.163 OPS. Closer Andrés Muñoz hasn’t surrendered a run in five playoff outings.
* **Blue Jays:** Vladimir Guerrero Jr. dominated the ALDS, hitting .571 with three home runs. The Blue Jays will need that same production to turn things around.

**Lineups:**

* **Blue Jays:** Nathan Lukes is back in the lineup after a knee contusion in Game 1. Davis Schneider will start in left field in place of the injured Anthony Santander (lower back tightness).
* **Mariners:** Manager Dan Wilson is sticking with the same lineup that won Game 1.

**Bullpen Outlook:**

Both bullpens should be relatively fresh. The Mariners used Gabe Speier, Matt Brash, and Andrés Muñoz sparingly in Game 1. The Blue Jays’ biggest workload was from Louis Varland with 21 pitches.

**Injury Report:**

* **Blue Jays:** Bo Bichette remains out with a left knee sprain. Anthony Santander was scratched with lower back tightness.
* **Mariners:** Bryan Woo (pectoral inflammation) was added to the ALCS roster but isn’t expected to be ready until later in the series.

**Where to Watch:**

Game 2 is happening live at Rogers Centre and can be seen in the United States on FOX and FS1. Blue Jays fans in Canada can tune in via Sportsnet and Sportsnet+.

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