The highly anticipated American League Championship Series (ALCS) Game 1 is set to take place on Sunday, 8 p.m. ET, with the Toronto Blue Jays and the Seattle Mariners as the opposing teams. This game marks the first time the Blue Jays have reached the ALCS since 2016, and the Mariners' first since 2001, indicating a significant shift in the American League's power dynamics. The Blue Jays, led by the formidable Kevin Gausman, will face the Mariners, who are riding a wave of momentum after their thrilling 15-inning victory over the Tigers in the ALDS. The starting lineups and bullpens for both teams are crucial factors in determining the outcome of the game. The Blue Jays' lineup includes the likes of George Springer, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and Bo Bichette, while the Mariners' lineup features Randy Arozarena, Cal Raleigh, and Jorge Polanco. The bullpens of both teams will also play a significant role, with the Blue Jays' bullpen, including Louis Varland and Seranthony Domínguez, and the Mariners' bullpen, featuring Andrés Muñoz, Matt Brash, and Eduard Bazardo, looking to make their mark. The game will be broadcast on FOX in the United States and Sportsnet in Canada, with the latter offering a multilingual broadcast. The Blue Jays' performance in the ALDS, where they hit .338 with a .974 OPS, and the Mariners' resilience in the face of a heavy workload, make this game a must-watch for baseball fans.
