It has been an eventful day for numerous Toronto Blue Jays supporters, starting with the team’s triumph over the New York Yankees in a 3-1 series win, but followed by disappointment in securing tickets for the upcoming home games of the American League Championship Series (ALCS).
The rush for tickets on Ticketmaster was chaotic as thousands vied for a chance to witness the Blue Jays play at home in Toronto during the ALCS. Tickets were quickly sold out and are now being resold at significantly higher prices, some exceeding $1,000 per seat.
Following their victory in the American League Division Series in New York City, where they defeated the Yankees 5-2 in Game 4, the Blue Jays celebrated exuberantly with music blaring and champagne flowing. George Springer, drenched in champagne, expressed his pride in the team’s performance, stating, “This is why you play the game. This is incredible. So happy for our city, our fans. This is awesome,” in an interview with CBC News.
Star player Vladimir Guerrero Jr. emphasized the importance of maintaining their current efforts for continued success, stating, “The year is not finished. We have eight more [games] to go.”
During a viral interview with FOX Sports, Guerrero Jr. celebrated the victory over the Yankees with David Ortiz by repeatedly shouting, “Daaa Yankees lose!”
As fans gathered at Scotiabank Arena to watch the Blue Jays’ triumph on the big screen, following the Maple Leafs’ 5-2 victory over the Montreal Canadiens, the team now looks ahead to facing either the Detroit Tigers or Seattle Mariners in the ALCS.
The upcoming home games in Toronto are scheduled for Game 1 on Oct. 12, Game 2 on Oct. 13, a potential Game 6 on Oct. 19, and a possible Game 7 on Oct. 20 at Rogers Centre. The winner of the series will advance to the World Series.
Toronto will offer free viewing parties for the remaining postseason games, with ALCS matches taking place at David Pecaut Square. If the Blue Jays make it to the World Series, viewing parties will be hosted at Nathan Phillips Square from Oct. 21 to Nov. 1, open to everyone without tickets.
Rogers, the Blue Jays owner, announced the giveaway of 500 free tickets for each home game throughout the MLB postseason. Details for the next round of ticket giveaways will be released soon.
Fans can also obtain last-minute standing tickets through District Drops, with one fan sharing his elation after securing tickets following a morning of attempts. The Blue Jays last reached the ALCS in 2016, and their last World Series appearance was in 1993, where they secured back-to-back championships.
