Toronto hosts a historic first playoff meeting with the Yankees as the Blue Jays open in Toronto before moving to New York, with the winner advancing to the ALCS.

Fans from Calgary, Cuba, and across Canada flood the scene, chasing the moment. The piece highlights Yariel Rodríguez's Cuban roots and a team chemistry many compare to 2016, while Toronto eyes Yankees' defensive slips as a path to early momentum.

The series could hinge on early innings and bullpen plans, with home-field energy amplifying late-inning bursts and a lineup capable of delivering big swings, shaping a fresh chapter in Jays playoff lore.

Blue Jays survive late-season pressure with a bullpen‑driven win, as Varland, Lauer and Rodriguez stitched six perfect innings to reset the night for Toronto’s lineup. Varsho capped a six‑run sixth with a grand slam, and Springer followed with a two‑run shot, giving the Jays a much‑needed 6‑1 victory that keeps their AL East hopes alive.

Toronto trims its magic number to three and preserves the tiebreaker over the Yankees, signaling a potential playoff surge with three games left. The win stabilizes the bullpen and offers a blueprint for finishing strong while facing a crowded late‑season schedule.