Dodgers vs. Blue Jays Game 6: Starters, Lineups, Viewing Details
As the World Series reaches a critical point, Game 6 promises to be an intense matchup between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Los Angeles Dodgers. This game, crucial for the Blue Jays seeking their first championship title in 32 years, will be broadcasted exclusively on FOX at 8 p.m. ET.
Game 6 Overview
The showdown will take place at Rogers Centre, with the Blue Jays leading the series. The stakes are high for the Dodgers as they aim to push the series to a decisive Game 7.
Starting Pitchers
Toronto will send Kevin Gausman to the mound. Gausman has demonstrated impressive postseason form, holding a 2-2 record with a 2.55 ERA across five appearances, including a solid outing in Game 2.
On the other hand, the Dodgers will rely on Yoshinobu Yamamoto, their standout postseason pitcher. Yamamoto boasts a remarkable 3-1 record and a 1.57 ERA. He has already completed two games during the playoffs, including a win in Game 2.
Lineups
Both teams have made adjustments to their lineups in hopes of gaining an advantage.
Dodgers Starting Lineup
- Shohei Ohtani, DH
- Will Smith, C
- Freddie Freeman, 1B
- Mookie Betts, SS
- Teoscar Hernández, RF
- Max Muncy, 3B
- Kiké Hernández, LF
- Tommy Edman, CF
- Miguel Rojas, 2B
This game sees a shift in positions for star players, with Freeman and Betts switching spots in the order, and Edman entering the outfield.
Blue Jays Starting Lineup
- George Springer, DH
- Nathan Lukes, LF
- Vladimir Guerrero Jr., 1B
- Bo Bichette, 2B
- Daulton Varsho, CF
- Alejandro Kirk, C
- Addison Barger, RF
- Ernie Clement, CF
- Andrés Gimenez, SS
Springer returns to the lineup after missing two games due to an injury, providing a significant boost to the Blue Jays’ offense, which has performed exceptionally well this postseason.
Significance of the Game
Game 6 sets the stage for a historic potential clinching victory for the Blue Jays, while the Dodgers hope to stave off elimination and force a Game 7. As both teams make their final preparations, fans eagerly anticipate a thrilling conclusion to the series.
