News Summary
The Toronto Blue Jays faced off against the Seattle Mariners in the ALCS Game 1, where the Mariners took a 1-0 series lead with a 3-1 victory. Seattle’s bullpen delivered nine scoreless innings, while the Blue Jays struggled offensively, managing only six hits. A pivotal game-tying home run from Cal Raleigh changed the momentum of the game. The next matchup is already generating excitement among fans as the teams prepare for Game 2.
Toronto, ON – Major League Baseball has officially revealed the broadcast schedule for the 2025 League Championship Series, featuring the Toronto Blue Jays against the Seattle Mariners in the American League Championship Series (ALCS), as well as the Milwaukee Brewers facing the Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League Championship Series (NLCS).
The ALCS matchup between the Blue Jays and Mariners will be televised on FOX, while the NLCS games will be available on TBS, truTV, and HBO Max. Spanish-speaking audiences can access telecasts of the NLCS through Univision networks, ensuring a wider reach for fans across language barriers. Moreover, Univision Radio will cover all postseason games with live Spanish language audio broadcasts.
As the postseason continues, fans looking to catch the action will have various options. MLB.TV subscribers who authenticate through participating pay TV providers will be able to stream all games on TNT Sports platforms, FOX, and FS1. ESPN Radio will also provide live national coverage for every game during the 2025 MLB postseason.
Game 1 of the ALCS is slated to air on Sunday, October 12, with a scheduled first pitch at 8:03 p.m. ET. Currently, the Seattle Mariners hold a 1-0 lead in the series after defeating the Toronto Blue Jays 3-1 in their opening game. This victory marked a significant extension of Seattle’s postseason winning streak, which was bolstered by Jorge Polanco’s crucial game-winning home run.
In the pivotal Game 1 matchup, the starting pitchers were Bryce Miller for Seattle and Kevin Gausman for Toronto. Seattle’s bullpen has shown exceptional performance, combining for nine scoreless innings over the first two games in the ALCS. The atmosphere at Rogers Centre was electric, with the roof open and an impressive crowd of 44,814 fans braving the chilly conditions.
The Toronto Blue Jays struggled offensively during Game 1, managing only six hits overall. Star player Vladimir Guerrero Jr. did not earn a hit in the game, which proved to be a crucial factor in their defeat. Torre’s ability to regain form will be vital if Toronto aims to come back in the series, especially as they face elimination challenges ahead.
The Seattle Mariners seized control of the game after Cal Raleigh’s timely game-tying home run in the sixth inning, a pivotal moment that turned the tide in their favor. With Seattle now leading the series, Game 2 is scheduled for Monday, October 13, and the anticipation for the next matchup is already building within the fanbase.
As for the National League side, the Brewers and Dodgers matchup promises thrilling baseball ahead. The full postseason schedule, including additional games for both the ALCS and NLCS, will be contingent on the results of ongoing matchups in the respective series.
For fans eager to follow along, the complete postseason schedule is readily accessible on MLB’s official website, ensuring no one misses any part of this exciting October filled with baseball history and competition.
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Additional Resources
- Fox Sports: ALCS Game 2 Boxscore
- ESPN: Game Recap
- MLB: Mariners Win Game 1
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Major League Baseball
- Cleveland.com: How to Watch ALCS Game
- Google Search: MLB postseason
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