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Blue Jays Clinch ALCS Berth, End Yankees' Postseason Run
9 Oct
Summary
- Blue Jays advance to ALCS for first time in 9 years
- Bullpen shines as Toronto defeats Yankees 5-2 in Game 4
- Unheralded players like Nathan Lukes deliver clutch hits
On October 9th, 2025, the Toronto Blue Jays secured their first trip to the American League Championship Series (ALCS) in 9 years, defeating the New York Yankees 5-2 in Game 4 of the ALDS. The Blue Jays' bullpen was the star of the show, with 8 relievers combining to allow just 2 runs over 9 innings of work.
Despite the Yankees' best efforts, their bats faltered in late-inning opportunities, as Toronto's rotating relievers kept them in check. Unheralded players like Nathan Lukes, who spent 9 seasons in the minors, delivered clutch hits to drive in runs for the Blue Jays.
The win marks the end of the Yankees' postseason run, as the Blue Jays advance to face either the Seattle Mariners or Detroit Tigers in the ALCS, with Game 1 set for Sunday in Toronto. The Blue Jays' depth and resilience have been on full display, and they now stand just one step away from the World Series.
