Blue Jays Host Dodgers in 2025 World Series Opener

Game 1 of the 2025 World Series is Friday at 8 p.m. ET at Rogers Centre, where the Toronto Blue Jays — making their first Fall Classic appearance since 1993 — face defending champion Los Angeles. The Dodgers enter as odds-on favorites after a dominant postseason, powered by a historic 1.40 ERA from their playoff starting rotation and stars such as Shohei Ohtani. The Blue Jays counter with a potent lineup led by Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and clutch performer George Springer, setting up a matchup of elite pitching versus power hitting. The game has driven heavy betting interest, with sportsbooks posting Game 1 and series odds and running promotions such as bet365’s “Bet $5, Get $200” and BetMGM’s first-bet insurance. Toronto fans can watch the opener at local venues ranging from lively Left Field Brewery and the Dock Ellis to the upscale Real Sports.