The Toronto Blue Jays aim to equalize the American League Championship Series (ALCS) as they face the Seattle Mariners in Game 4. The Mariners currently lead the best-of-seven series 2-1 following strong performances in the first two games.
Game 4 Overview
In the early moments of Game 4, the Mariners established a 1-0 lead with a solo home run hit by Josh Naylor of Mississauga, Ontario. This occurred during the second inning at T-Mobile Park in Seattle.
Pitching Matchup
- Toronto Blue Jays: Max Scherzer, making his first postseason start.
- Seattle Mariners: Luis Castillo, tasked with maintaining the lead in the series.
Scherzer, who has extensive postseason experience, faced challenges but managed to exit the first inning without conceding a run despite two walks. The home run from Naylor marked the first scoring opportunity against Scherzer.
Series Recap
The Mariners secured victories in the initial two games of the ALCS, winning 3-1 in Game 1 and 10-3 in Game 2. However, the Blue Jays bounced back in Game 3 with an impressive 13-4 win. Five players, including George Springer and Vladimir Guerrero Jr., hit home runs that night.
Roster Changes
The Blue Jays faced a setback as Anthony Santander was removed from the ALCS roster due to back stiffness. He will be replaced by Joey Loperfido, an outfielder who aims to support the team during this critical matchup.
Looking Ahead
To prevent falling into a must-win scenario, the Blue Jays are eager to secure a victory in Game 4. Scherzer’s experience and Kirk’s confidence in his ability will be essential factors for Toronto’s success.
Upcoming Games
- Game 5 Pitchers:
- Toronto: Kevin Gausman
- Seattle: Bryce Miller
Should the Blue Jays win Game 4, they will avoid making Game 5 a do-or-die situation. Meanwhile, they hope to progress to the World Series, a feat they haven’t accomplished in over thirty years, while the Mariners seek their inaugural series appearance.
