The New York Yankees travel to Toronto for Game 1 of the American League Division Series against the Blue Jays. In a best-of-five format, every game counts and the first game can set the tone for the series. Here is all the information on schedule, broadcast channel and key details of the matchup.
When and where to watch
- Date and time: Saturday, October 4 – 16:08 ET / 13:08 PT
- Stadium: Rogers Centre, Toronto
- Television / Streaming: FOX (USA)
Starting pitchers:Yankees: Luis Gil
Blue Jays: Kevin Gausman
What’s at stake and keys to the game
Yankees: They need Gil to contain the Canadian offense from the start and avoid overloading the bullpen.
Blue Jays: They previously rested and have home advantage, although they suffer from the absence of figures such as Bo Bichette, Chris Bassitt and Max Scherzer.
Players to watch: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. will be the main offensive threat for New York.
Recent history: Toronto won eight of the 13 regular-season meetings against the Yankees.
Predictions and odds
Toronto is the slight favorite.
Combined career line: ~7.5
Game 1 will set the tone for the series. The Yankees will be looking for Gil to dominate early, while Toronto will be looking to take advantage of their home field and rest. Every bullpen decision and every little detail could decide this first chapter of the ALDS.
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