The Toronto Blue Jays are heading to the World Series for the first time since 1993, following a thrilling 4-3 victory over the Seattle Mariners in Game 7 of the American League Championship Series (ALCS). The decisive game took place at Rogers Centre in Toronto, where over 44,000 fans cheered on their team.

The Blue Jays' comeback was highlighted by a three-run home run from George Springer, which gave Toronto a crucial lead. Toronto native Michael Angeletti, who caught the home run ball, shared his excitement, saying, "I was actually texting my cousin — telling him I was front row, about to catch the home run ball — to leave me alone. And I dropped the phone, caught the ball, and here we are."

The Mariners faced a heartbreaking defeat, and the disappointment was palpable during an interview with pitcher Bryan Woo. A loud scream of frustration was heard off-camera, reportedly from teammate Julio Rodriguez.

Blue Jays chairman Edward Rogers expressed pride in the team's achievement, stating, "I think it’s an inspiration for 41 million people in Canada, from coast to coast to coast. This is Canada’s team."

The Blue Jays had a rocky start in the series, losing the first two games at home. However, they rallied to win two out of three games in Seattle, returning to Toronto with renewed hope. After a Game 6 victory on Sunday night, the team secured their spot in the World Series.

In the upcoming World Series, the Blue Jays will face the Los Angeles Dodgers, who are aiming to win back-to-back titles for the first time in 25 years. The Dodgers advanced by defeating the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Championship Series, highlighted by Shohei Ohtani's remarkable performance, which included 10 strikeouts and three home runs.

The Blue Jays will have home-field advantage in the World Series due to their superior regular-season record. The series begins on Friday night in Toronto, with Game 2 scheduled for Saturday. The teams will then head to Los Angeles for Games 3-5 on Monday, Tuesday, and, if necessary, Wednesday. Should the series extend to Games 6 and 7, those will be held in Toronto next Friday and Saturday.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr., a key player for the Blue Jays, expressed confidence ahead of the Game 7 showdown. After the Game 6 win, he told Sportsnet, "Hey, you asked me if I’m ready. I (was) born ready." His performance has been instrumental in the team's playoff success, as he leads the team with six home runs this postseason.

The Blue Jays last won consecutive World Series titles in 1992 and 1993, and they are now poised to add another championship to their history. Fans are hopeful as the team prepares for this significant moment in franchise history.