Published on: October 11, 2025, 07:58h.

Updated on: October 11, 2025, 08:17h.

• Major Shift in Blue Jays World Series Odds
• Jays favored for Game 1 in ALCS against Mariners tomorrow
• Bichette may make a comeback; rosters finalized by 10 a.m.

During the fifth game of the ALDS between the Tigers and the Mariners last night, which determined who would face the Blue Jays tomorrow, I couldn’t help but focus on Tigers starter Tarik Skubal, who, leading 2-1 in the sixth inning with an impressive playoff record of 11 strikeouts, needed to maintain his momentum.

Thrilling 15-Inning Game

Bettors in Canada were likely sharing the same thoughts. Skubal is recognized as one of the top three pitchers in the league. As the two teams competed in Seattle, the winners faced the challenge of an early flight to Toronto for a matchup with the Jays in ALCS tomorrow. Every pitch Skubal threw was in favor of the Blue Jays.

Ultimately, the Mariners triumphed in a 15-inning epic, winning 3-2 courtesy of a clutch Jorge Polanco single, marking the longest winner-take-all match in MLB history (Skubal completed six innings, threw 101 pitches, and recorded 13 strikeouts with only two hits allowed).

Blue Jays Enjoy a Rest Advantage

The Blue Jays swiftly eliminated the Yankees in four games on Thursday night, granting them ample opportunity to rest and strategically prepare their roster.

Not facing Skubal is a significant advantage. Moreover, for bettors, consider this: the Mariners deployed seven pitchers (including three starters), who collectively threw 209 pitches last night. Right-hander George Kirby took the mound first, pitching five innings, while starters Luis Castillo and Logan Gilbert followed with 1.1 innings and 2.0 innings respectively.

Woo’s Possible Return for Mariners

The Jays and Mariners must officially submit their ALCS rosters by 10 a.m. EST tomorrow – comprising 26 positions with a limit of 13 pitchers. Players sidelined due to injuries can be replaced, but this renders them ineligible for subsequent rounds, meaning they would miss the World Series.

Game 1 is scheduled for 8:03 p.m. EST tomorrow. As of this morning, BetRivers has the Jays at -167 on the moneyline, with the Mariners at +140. At BetMGM, the moneyline stands at Jays -161 and Mariners +135.

The availability of Bryan Woo is a crucial factor for the Mariners, significantly impacting betting odds for the series. Woo, the Mariners’ leading pitcher this season (15-7, 2.94, 198:36 K:BB across 186.2 innings), missed the Tigers series due to pectoral inflammation. He participated in a bullpen session and was seen smiling and congratulating teammates yesterday, indicating a positive outlook for his participation against the Jays.

A key storyline for the Blue Jays is the potential return of SS Bo Bichette, who has been running the bases while recovering from a knee injury. Bichette boasted a .311 batting average this season, along with 18 home runs, 94 RBIs, and an OPS of .840. SP Chris Bassitt and SP Max Scherzer are also strong candidates for the roster. Scherzer successfully pitched a five-inning simulated game on Tuesday.

World Series Odds Surge

“We’ll assess his recovery post-session,” commented Mariners manager Dan Wilson to MLB.com before Game 5 of the ALDS. “These decisions will need to be made swiftly after tonight’s game. We’re definitely hopeful.”

In the meantime, Johnny Avello, a prominent Las Vegas bookmaker and the Director of Race & Sportsbook at DraftKings, noted that the Blue Jays’ World Series odds have dramatically improved, showcasing one of the most notable shifts in baseball recently.

This certainly raises potential issues for bettors, as Canadian fans heavily back their home teams, a topic we’ve explored previously.

Bichette’s Recovery and Team Prospects

At the start of the season, the Jays were at +6500 to win the World Series and +2500 for the American League at DraftKings. Now, Toronto holds a position of +340 to win the World Series at DraftKings and -115 to take the AL crown – an incredible turnaround reflecting the team’s resurgence (the Mariners are at -105 to win the ALCS).

“We had the Blue Jays at 65-1 to win the World Series on Opening Day, and gradually, those odds have been shortening throughout the season,” Avello remarked. “It represents one of the most astonishing runs we’ve witnessed in baseball this year.”

Current World Series Odds

As of this morning, here are the latest World Series odds from ESPN BET:

• Dodgers +120
• Blue Jays +325
• Mariners +325
• Brewers +850
• Cubs +1000

The Brewers and Cubs will compete in Game 7 of their NLDS today at 8:08 p.m. EST.