Summary
The Toronto Blue Jays are going to the World Series for the first time in over 30 years after defeating the Seattle Mariners in the American League Championship Series. They will face the Los Angeles Dodgers, who have the biggest payroll in baseball and are trying to win back-to-back championships. Both teams had strong performances in their championship series, setting up a highly anticipated matchup.
Key Facts
- The Toronto Blue Jays won the American League Championship Series against the Seattle Mariners.
- This is the Blue Jays' first World Series appearance since 1993.
- The Los Angeles Dodgers are aiming for their third World Series title in recent years.
- The Dodgers have the highest payroll in baseball.
- Toronto beat the Yankees in the American League Division Series (ALDS).
- Los Angeles defeated the Milwaukee Brewers in a sweep during the National League Championship Series (NLCS).
- Shohei Ohtani of the Dodgers had a standout performance with three home runs and 10 strikeouts in the NLCS.
- The Blue Jays finished the season at the top of the AL East with a 94-68 record.
