The New York Yankees will play against the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 4:08 PM. This is Game 1 of the ALDS in the MLB Playoffs. The game will take place at Rogers Centre in Toronto, with the weather forecast showing scattered clouds and a mild day. Catch the action on FOX. Both teams finished the regular season with a 94-68 record, making this series opener an exciting start to the best-of-5 series.

Yankees vs. Blue Jays Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: New York Yankees +104. The Yankees have a solid road record of 44-37 and have been performing well recently. Their strong pitching staff, led by Luis Gil, gives them an edge in this game.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.0 (-106). Both teams have strong pitching, and the Yankees have a low batting average against, ranked second in the league. This suggests a lower-scoring game.

Team Trends

• The Toronto Blue Jays have a strong home record of 54-27 this season.
• The New York Yankees finished the regular season with a road record of 44-37.
• Both the Yankees and Blue Jays ended the regular season with identical overall records of 94-68.
• In their last game, the Yankees won 4-0 against the Boston Red Sox.
• The Blue Jays’ last home game resulted in a 13-4 win over the Tampa Bay Rays.

Yankees vs Blue Jays Preview

The New York Yankees and Toronto Blue Jays both ended the regular season with identical 94-68 records. This sets the stage for a competitive ALDS Game 1. The Yankees will rely on Luis Gil, who posted a 3.32 ERA and a 1.40 WHIP this season. Gil’s performance will be crucial as the Yankees aim to take the lead in this best-of-5 series.

The Blue Jays will counter with Kevin Gausman, who has a 3.59 ERA and a 1.06 WHIP. Gausman’s experience and control will be key for Toronto. The game will be held at Rogers Centre, where the retractable roof ensures play regardless of weather. Fans can watch the action unfold live on FOX as these two teams begin their playoff journey.

Toronto Blue Jays: A Look at the Home Team

The Toronto Blue Jays have a strong lineup this season. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. leads the team with a .292 batting average and 23 home runs. Bo Bichette follows closely with a .311 average and 94 RBIs.

Kevin Gausman is the starting pitcher for the Blue Jays. He has a 3.59 ERA and a WHIP of 1.06. His record stands at 10 wins and 11 losses.

The Blue Jays have the top batting average in the league at .265. Their on-base percentage is second at .331. They also have a solid slugging percentage, ranking sixth at .427.

New York Yankees: A Glimpse at the Visitors

The New York Yankees have several key players leading their lineup. Jazz Chisholm Jr. stands out with 31 home runs, ranking 14th in the league. Ben Rice also contributes with 26 home runs, holding the second spot on the team. Luis Gil will start on the mound for the Yankees. He has a 3.32 ERA and a WHIP of 1.40. His record is 4 wins and 1 loss this season. The Yankees lead the league in home runs with 274. Their slugging percentage is also the best at .455. They have the top on-base percentage at .332.

Final Betting Pick

The Yankees’ money line at +104 looks promising due to their solid road record of 44-37. Luis Gil, with an ERA of 3.32, leads their pitching staff. This gives them a strong chance against the Blue Jays. The Yankees’ recent performance, including a win over the Red Sox, indicates they are in good form.

The under 8.0 prediction is supported by both teams’ strong pitching. The Yankees have the second-best batting average against in the league at .228. This suggests limited scoring opportunities for the Blue Jays. Kevin Gausman, the Blue Jays’ starter, also has a respectable ERA of 3.59, which may keep the game low-scoring.

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