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Umpire's Blunder Costs Blue Jays in ALCS Game 2

10/16/2025

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Umpire Doug Eddings' call significantly affected the Toronto Blue Jays' chances against the Seattle Mariners in Game 2 of the ALCS.
A missed strike call on a pitch to Randy Arozarena allowed him to reach base, contributing to a 10-3 loss.
Eddings reportedly missed 24 calls during the game.
The Blue Jays trail the series 2-0 and must win at least two of the three remaining games in Seattle.

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Story summary

Umpire Doug Eddings' call significantly affected the Toronto Blue Jays' chances against the Seattle Mariners in Game 2 of the ALCS.
A missed strike call on a pitch to Randy Arozarena allowed him to reach base, contributing to a 10-3 loss.
Eddings reportedly missed 24 calls during the game.
The Blue Jays trail the series 2-0 and must win at least two of the three remaining games in Seattle.