The Toronto Blue Jays secured a thrilling 4-3 victory over the Seattle Mariners in Game 7 of the American League Championship Series, advancing to the World Series for the first time since 1993. George Springer's go-ahead three-run homer in the seventh inning proved to be the game-changer, sending the fans at Rogers Centre into a frenzy. With Addison Barger and Isiah Kiner-Falefa on base, Springer unleashed a powerful swing on an Eduard Bazardo pitch, launching his fourth homer of the post-season. The crowd erupted as Jeff Hoffman struck out the side in the ninth inning, securing the win. The Blue Jays' triumph marked a significant moment in franchise history, as they will now face the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 1 of the World Series on Friday. The road team's success continued, as the Mariners, despite winning at T-Mobile Park last Friday, couldn't replicate that success at home, with the Blue Jays evening the series with a Game 6 win. The key moment of the game was Springer's 381-foot blast, a home run that will undoubtedly be remembered by Blue Jays fans for years to come. It was also Toronto's first extra-base hit of the night. The Blue Jays' victory comes despite Springer playing through pain, as he had taken a fastball off his knee in Game 5. This performance marked his 23rd career post-season homer. The Mariners' right-hander George Kirby, who had struggled in Game 3, delivered a much-improved outing, allowing only one earned run, a walk, and four hits while striking out three. The series now moves on to the World Series, where the Blue Jays will have a few days to prepare for their highly anticipated match against the Dodgers.
