Yankees and Blue Jays Set for ALDS Showdown
The stage is set for an exhilarating clash as the New York Yankees and Toronto Blue Jays, two titans of the American League, prepare to square off in the American League Division Series (ALDS). Both teams finished the regular season with the best record in the AL, but Toronto secured the top spot by virtue of the tiebreaker. This distinction has transformed what could have been a battle for supremacy into a formidable matchup between the No. 1 and No. 4 seeds.
Path to the ALDS
The Yankees punched their ticket to the postseason by defeating the Boston Red Sox in decisive fashion during Game 3 of their series. Meanwhile, the Blue Jays earned a well-deserved bye, courtesy of their top seed in the playoffs. As fierce rivals from the AL East, the stakes are high as they prepare to meet in a best-of-five series, having faced each other 13 times throughout the season. The Blue Jays emerged victorious in the regular-season series, winning 8 of those matchups.
Star Players and Expectations
With both teams stacked with talent, the spotlight will be on key figures like Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Aaron Judge. Guerrero is hoping to lead the Blue Jays back to the AL Championship Series for the first time since 2016. Conversely, Judge, along with his teammates, aims to continue the momentum from their postseason push, setting their sights on a return to the World Series.
ALDS Game Schedule
The highly anticipated series kicks off on Saturday, October 4, and will unfold as follows:
Game 1: Blue Jays 10, Yankees 1
Game 2: Blue Jays 13, Yankees 7
Game 3: Blue Jays at Yankees, 8:08 p.m. ET (FS1, Fubo)
Game 4: Blue Jays at Yankees*, 7:08 p.m. ET (FS1, Fubo)
Game 5: Yankees at Blue Jays*, 8:08 p.m. ET (Fox, Fubo)
If necessary
How to Watch the Action
Fans eager to catch the drama live can tune in to Fox and FS1 for Games 1 and 2. The broadcast details for Games 3 through 5 are yet to be announced. For those opting for a cable-free experience, Fubo offers live streaming options and a free trial for new subscribers, providing access to a wide array of channels including ESPN, ABC, CBS, and NBC.
Radio Coverage and Extras
For listeners on the go, SiriusXM will provide live radio coverage of the ALDS, allowing fans to follow every pitch and play as the series unfolds. New subscribers can take advantage of a free month, making it an excellent way to stay connected with all MLB playoff action alongside coverage of NFL games and other major sports leagues.
As the Yankees and Blue Jays gear up for this pivotal series, anticipation is building for what promises to be a memorable postseason battle.
