Guerrero Jr. Sets Franchise Record as Blue Jays Force Decisive ALCS Game 7

The Toronto Blue Jays have rallied to keep their playoff hopes alive, defeating the Seattle Mariners 6-2 at home, thus forcing a thrilling Game 7 in the American League Championship Series. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. showcased his power, hitting his sixth home run of the postseason and setting a new franchise record for the most home runs in a single playoff run.

Guerrero Jr. went 2-for-4 at the plate, adding to the excitement with a crucial home run during the game. Meanwhile, Addison Barger had an impressive outing, collecting three RBIs from a solid 2-for-3 performance, which included a home run of his own. Isiah Kiner-Falefa also contributed with an RBI, helping to solidify the Blue Jays' lead.

On the mound, Blue Jays ace Trey Yesavage delivered a stellar performance, striking out seven batters over 5.2 innings, surrendering only six hits and two earned runs. His dominance early in the game set the tone for Toronto's significant victory.

Fans were on their feet as the Blue Jays jumped to an early lead. Barger kicked things off with an RBI double in the second inning, bringing Daulton Varsho home. Kiner-Falefa then had an infield single that scored Ernie Clement, putting the Blue Jays ahead 2-0. In the third inning, Barger extended the lead with a two-run homer, and Guerrero Jr. added a solo shot in the fifth.

Seattle attempted a comeback in the fifth by scoring two runs, but Guerrero Jr. capitalized on a throwing error by Cal Raleigh to extend the lead to 6-2. The Mariners' last-ditch efforts in the top of the ninth fell short, and the Blue Jays sealed the win.

The Blue Jays initially struggled in the ALCS, losing the first two games at home but rebounded to win two on the road. After Seattle regained the lead with a home victory, the matchup returned to Toronto, where the Blue Jays fought hard to tie the series at 3-3, setting up a decisive Game 7.

With the Los Angeles Dodgers awaiting their World Series opponent after sweeping the Milwaukee Brewers, all eyes will be on Toronto for the winner-take-all Game 7, scheduled for 8:08 p.m. ET.