Tue Oct 21 04:45:31 UTC 2025: Headline: Springer’s Homer Sends Blue Jays to World Series After 32-Year Drought
Toronto, ON – George Springer’s clutch three-run home run in the seventh inning propelled the Toronto Blue Jays to a 4-3 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Monday night, securing their first World Series appearance since 1993.
In a thrilling Game 7 of the American League Championship Series, Springer’s blast off Mariners reliever Eduard Bazardo not only erased a one-run deficit but also ignited the Rogers Centre crowd and etched his name further into postseason lore. The home run was Springer’s fourth of this postseason and the 23rd of his career, tying him with Kyle Schwarber for third-most in MLB playoff history.
The Blue Jays, who deployed six pitchers in the high-stakes matchup, will now face Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series, with Game 1 scheduled for Friday in Toronto. The team has a perfect World Series record, having won both of their previous appearances in 1992 and 1993.
The Mariners, despite solo home runs from Julio Rodriguez and Cal Raleigh, fell just short of reaching their first World Series in franchise history. Rodriguez’s early double and home run put Seattle ahead, while Raleigh’s fifth-inning homer briefly extended their lead.
Toronto’s pitching staff, led by starter Shane Bieber, who pitched 3 2/3 innings, and relievers like Kevin Gausman and Chris Bassitt, worked to contain the Mariners’ offense. Jeff Hoffman closed out the game with a dominant ninth inning, striking out the side to earn the save.
The Blue Jays will look to continue their World Series success against the Dodgers, hoping to bring another championship to Toronto after a long wait.
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