2025 World Series Preview: Can the Dodgers repeat as champions? Will the Blue Jays win their first title since 1993?

When the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the Seattle Mariners this past Monday night, they punched their ticket to their first Fall Classic since 1993. Game 7 delivered everything a baseball fan could want, including George Springer’s go-ahead three-run home run — the difference-maker that will live forever in Toronto sports history.

 

Now, they face off against the defending champions, the Los Angeles Dodgers.

 

On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman recap all the action from the thrilling and heartbreaking ALCS finale that saw the Mariners fall just short — once again — of their first World Series appearance. Is the championship window closing for this Mariners core or can they find a way back next season?

 

Also in this episode, Jake and Jordan give a full preview of the 2025 World Series. They break down how both teams got here, compare each position group and share their predictions on who might have the edge. Finally, they highlight the biggest narratives they'll be watching during the Fall Classic.

1:54 – The Opener: ALCS Game 7 Recap
18:29 – How Both Teams Got to the World Series
24:38 – Who Has the Edge at Each Position?
41:46 – Will Ohtani Have a Better Series Than Springer?
51:43 – Key Narratives for the Fall Classic

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