Story perspectives

Blue Jays Reach World Series; Springer Shines Bright!

10/24/2025

Summary

Blue Jays Triumph

Toronto Blue Jays reach the World Series for the first time since 1993, facing the Los Angeles Dodgers.
George Springer of the Toronto Blue Jays hits a pivotal three-run homer in the ALCS.
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. of the Toronto Blue Jays earns ALCS MVP with six homers and a .442 average.
The World Series opens Friday at Rogers Centre, where Toronto has home-field advantage, and Bo Bichette may return.

History

Blue Jays Make History

The Toronto Blue Jays will play in their first World Series in 32 years.
Major League Baseball (MLB) has historically allowed only U.S. networks to cover postseason games.
Sportsnet is investing heavily, flying about 60 staff to Los Angeles for the first-ever made-in-Canada postseason broadcasts.
American League Championship Series (ALCS) Game 7 drew six million viewers, highest for the network.
The Jays' success prompted scheduling changes for other Toronto teams.

History

Historical Context

The Toronto Blue Jays made history in 1993 by winning their second consecutive World Series, defeating the Philadelphia Phillies in six games. This victory marked the first time a Canadian team won the championship, coinciding with the Montreal Canadiens' Stanley Cup win, making 1993 the only year two Canadian teams captured major North American sports titles. The Blue Jays' success has since fueled interest in Canadian baseball.

1 of 3

Blue Jays Triumph

Toronto Blue Jays reach the World Series for the first time since 1993, facing the Los Angeles Dodgers.
George Springer of the Toronto Blue Jays hits a pivotal three-run homer in the ALCS.
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. of the Toronto Blue Jays earns ALCS MVP with six homers and a .442 average.
The World Series opens Friday at Rogers Centre, where Toronto has home-field advantage, and Bo Bichette may return.

1 / 3