The Toronto Blue Jays claimed a 6-2 victory over the Seattle Mariners in Game 6 of the American League Championship Series. Toronto’s strong offense and pitching, coupled with defensive lapses by the Mariners, set the stage for a decisive Game 7.
Errors by the Mariners in the second inning allowed Toronto to take an early lead, with Addison Barger delivering a crucial one-run single. The Blue Jays extended their lead to 5-0, highlighted by home runs from Barger and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
Barger struck again in the third inning with a two-run homer, following a triple by Ernie Clement. Guerrero added a solo shot in the fifth inning, increasing the lead to 5-0.
Rookie pitcher Trey Yesavage played a key role in keeping the Mariners scoreless for five innings, supported by the Blue Jays’ solid defense that executed three consecutive inning-ending double plays. Yesavage recorded seven strikeouts before being replaced by reliever Louis Varland.
Seattle managed to score two runs in the sixth inning, but Toronto responded promptly in the seventh inning, capitalizing on Mariners’ errors to secure a 6-2 lead.
In the final innings, closer Jeff Hoffman sealed the victory for the Blue Jays by striking out four Seattle batters. The series now stands at 3-3, setting the stage for an intense Game 7.
Game 7 is scheduled for Monday at Toronto’s Rogers Centre, with both teams vying for a spot in the World Series. The Blue Jays are set to start veteran pitcher Shane Bieber, while Seattle will rely on George Kirby on the mound.
The winner of Game 7 will advance to face the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series. Toronto aims to return to the Fall Classic for the first time since 1993, while Seattle seeks its first-ever appearance in the championship series.