
Game 5 of the ALCS features the Toronto Blue Jays against the Seattle Mariners on Friday. After falling behind 2-0, the Blue Jays rallied to take the last two games, including an 8-2 victory in Game 4. Seattle will put Bryce Miller (4-6, 5.68 ERA) on the mound, while Toronto counters with Kevin Gausman (10-11, 3.59 ERA).
The first pitch is scheduled for 6:08 PM ET at T-Mobile Park in Seattle. According to DraftKings Sportsbook, Toronto is favored at -113, while the Mariners are listed at -106. The game’s total run prediction is set at 7.
Why the Blue Jays can win
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has been a standout this postseason, leading the team in batting average (.455), home runs (5), and RBIs (11). He had two hits in the prior game, marking his fifth game with at least two hits in the playoffs.
Ernie Clement, the third baseman, is also performing well with a .452 average and six runs batted in during the playoffs.
Why the Mariners can win
Josh Naylor is the Mariners’ key offensive player with a .324 average, 12 hits, and three RBIs this postseason. He recorded three hits, including a home run, in the last game. Cal Raleigh adds to the Mariners’ offensive prowess with a .314 batting average and three home runs.
How to make Blue Jays vs. Mariners picks: The model predicts a total of 8.8 runs with significant value on one side of the money line.


