Blue Jays vs. Mariners ALCS Game 5 Preview: Miller vs. Gausman

The Blue Jays and Mariners are locked in a tight ALCS battle, with neither team able to gain a decisive advantage. Game 5 features a rematch of the Game 1 pitching matchup between Bryce Miller and Kevin Gausman. Miller impressed in his first postseason start, while Gausman looks to rebound after a loss. The Blue Jays’ offense has found its rhythm after struggling in Toronto, while the Mariners need their bats to wake up at home. Injuries and roster moves add another layer of complexity, with both teams adjusting their lineups and bullpen strategies. The Blue Jays have won games 3 and 4 after losing the first two games of the series. Historically, teams that have lost Games 1-2 but then win Games 3-4 in any best-of-seven postseason series have gone on to win that series 43.5% of the time. In series with the current 2-3-2 format that have been tied after Game 4, the team playing Game 5 on the road has taken the series 56.7% of the time.

Game 5 is being played at T-Mobile Park in Seattle.

Bryce Miller will start for the Mariners, and Kevin Gausman will start for the Blue Jays.

The even series record, the pitching rematch, and the impact of injuries are the key storylines.

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