TORONTO – Kevin Gausman will start for the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 1 of the American League Division Series against New York.
Manager John Schneider confirmed the decision at a media availability ahead of a team workout at Rogers Centre.
The Yankees, who will hold batting practice in the early evening, have yet to name their starter.
The opening game in the best-of-five showdown is scheduled for Saturday afternoon.
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Schneider says Toronto shortstop Bo Bichette remains out on a day-to-day basis with a left knee sprain. The Blue Jays are expected to release their 26-man series roster in the morning.
The Yankees won the pennant last year. The Blue Jays, meanwhile, are looking for their first post-season victory since 2016.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 3, 2025.
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