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Blue Jays Seek Playoff Redemption in Must-Win Game 3 Against Mariners
16 Oct
Summary
- Blue Jays trail Mariners 2-0 in best-of-seven ALCS
- Veteran pitcher Shane Bieber to start crucial Game 3 for Toronto
- Jays looking to overcome 2-0 series deficit, as they did in 2015 ALDS
As of October 16th, 2025, the Toronto Blue Jays are facing an uphill battle in the American League Championship Series (ALCS) against the Seattle Mariners. The Jays have fallen behind 2-0 in the best-of-seven series after losing the first two games at home.
Heading into Game 3, the Jays are turning to veteran pitcher Shane Bieber to try and get them back in the series. Bieber, who was acquired by the Jays at the trade deadline, will be tasked with keeping Toronto's playoff hopes alive. The Jays are hoping Bieber can deliver a strong outing and help them overcome the 2-0 deficit, just as they did in the 2015 ALDS against the Texas Rangers.
The Jays' offense, which had been dominant in their division series win over the New York Yankees, has been stifled by the Mariners' pitching so far in the ALCS. The team will need to rediscover their hitting prowess if they want to claw their way back into the series. With the series shifting to Seattle for the next three games, the Jays will also need to find a way to win on the road to keep their World Series dreams alive.
Despite the daunting task ahead, the Jays remain confident in their ability to bounce back. They have shown resilience all season long, and the players believe they can replicate the magic of their 2015 playoff run. The stage is set for a must-win Game 3 showdown, with the Jays' season hanging in the balance.
