Blue Jays Reach 2025 World Series; Aecon Jumps

The Toronto Blue Jays have advanced to the 2025 World Series and will open the Fall Classic against the Los Angeles Dodgers. George Springer’s postseason heroics helped propel the run, and 22-year-old Trey Yesavage — a rapid rise from the Vancouver Canadians — has been named the Game 1 starter; manager John Schneider’s British Columbia ties and outspoken celebration have drawn attention. Vladimir Guerrero Jr., who signed a reported $500 million contract this year, says his goal is to win a World Series and give the ring to his father, while the Dodgers counter with two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani. Rogers Communications could see a fourth-quarter outlook lift as Toronto returns to the Fall Classic for the first time since 1993. Separately, Aecon Group and partners were chosen to design and build the first four small modular nuclear reactors in Washington state, sending Aecon shares higher and prompting analyst price‑target increases. MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred has publicly praised Vancouver and is reportedly favoring it as a leading expansion candidate amid competition from cities including Nashville, Salt Lake City and Mexico City.