The Toronto Blue Jays responded strongly! After falling in the first two home games, the Blue Jays demonstrated their offensive prowess in Game 3 of the American League Championship Series, achieving a resounding 13-4 victory over the Mariners.
With this result, Toronto cuts Seattle’s lead in the series to 2-1.
Key Moments of the Game
The Blue Jays’ offense roared with a series of home runs that made the difference. George Springer hit a 431-foot home run in the fourth inning, followed by a hit by Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in the fifth, solidifying Toronto’s lead.
The Blue Jays’ starting pitcher, Shane Bieber, recovered after allowing a two-run home run to Julio Rodríguez in the first inning. Bieber simplified his pitching strategy and dominated the Mariners for the next five innings, building an insurmountable lead.
The statistic that defines the game: The Blue Jays became the third team in MLB history to score 10 or more runs in three games of the same postseason before the World Series.
What’s coming for the series
After Rodríguez’s initial home run, it seemed the Jays might face an early elimination. However, they are now back in contention with Max Scherzer ready for his 31st postseason appearance, facing Luis Castillo of the Mariners.
The Best Moments of the Match
The home run barrage defined the match.Alejandro Kirk hit a three-run home run that raised the score to 12-2.Daulton Varsho drove in two runs with a double, capping a five-run inning for Toronto.
