Seattle Dominates Toronto in Major League Championship Series Opener
The Seattle Mariners delivered a stunning performance against the Toronto Blue Jays, winning 3-1 in the opening game of the Major League Championship Series. This victory took place on October 13, 2025, at the Rogers Centre in Toronto.
Seattle Leads Series 1-0
With this win, Seattle leads the best-of-seven American League Championship Series 1-0. The Mariners are aiming for their first World Series appearance since 2001.
Crucial Performances
- Jorge Polanco: The Dominican player drove in two runs, solidifying his role as a key player for the Mariners.
- Bryce Miller: Making a start on just three days’ rest, Miller pitched six solid innings, allowing only one hit and no earned runs.
- Cal Raleigh: The Mariners catcher, with a remarkable regular season of 60 home runs, praised Miller’s performance.
On the opposing side, Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman had early success but struggled against Raleigh’s hitting in the sixth inning. Raleigh hit his second home run of the playoffs, measuring 128 meters, before Gausman was pulled after issuing a walk to Julio Rodríguez. Polanco capitalized on this opportunity with a hit that put Seattle ahead.
Key Moments of the Game
- Polanco’s second RBI came in the eighth inning after Randy Arozarena stole both second and third bases.
- Arozarena scored on another hit from Polanco, further extending Seattle’s lead.
- The game concluded with Seattle’s closer, Andrés Muñoz, securing the victory.
This defeat reignites concerns for the Blue Jays, who are seeking to return to the World Series for the first time since their back-to-back championships in 1992 and 1993. Game two of the series will take place on October 14, 2025, alongside the start of the National League Championship Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Milwaukee Brewers.
