Game 5 of the American League Championship Series (ALCS) will see the Toronto Blue Jays face off against the Seattle Mariners on Friday evening at T-Mobile Park in Seattle. After initially falling behind 2-0 in the series, the Blue Jays made a strong comeback, winning two consecutive games, including an impressive 8-2 victory over the Mariners on Thursday, which leveled the series.
For this pivotal matchup, Seattle will send pitcher Bryce Miller, who records a 4-6 record with a 5.68 ERA, to the mound. Toronto counteracts with Kevin Gausman, who boasts a 10-11 record and a more favorable 3.59 ERA. Fans can expect the first pitch at 6:08 p.m. ET. According to the latest odds from DraftKings Sportsbook, Toronto is slightly favored at -113, while Seattle sits at -106 as underdogs. The over/under for this game is set at 7 runs.
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As for individual performances, Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has been instrumental this postseason, leading his team with a .455 batting average, 5 home runs, 11 RBIs, and 15 hits. He had a noteworthy showing in Game 4, collecting two hits including a home run.
On the Mariners’ side, first baseman Josh Naylor stands out with a .324 batting average and 12 hits this postseason. Naylor had a strong performance in the last game, going 3-of-3 with a home run, while catcher Cal Raleigh contributes significantly with a .314 batting average, 3 home runs, and 6 RBIs during the playoffs.
The current betting trends favor Toronto’s ability to capitalize on its offensive firepower, while Seattle will look to regain momentum through consistent play from Naylor and Raleigh. The predictions from SportsLine suggest an anticipated total of 8.8 runs for the game, indicating a potential for active scoring.
This matchup promises to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams keen on taking the lead in the series as they push towards the World Series.