Dodgers vs Blue Jays: Starting lineups and pitchers for World Series Game 1
Here’s what we know about who’s starting for the Dodgers and the Blue Jays in Game 1 of the World Series.
The World Series is upon us, and history is on the line for both sides. After two sensational performances in the previous rounds, both the Blue Jays and the Dodgers come into Game 1 of the elite series in fine form.
Tension is high as the battle commences in Toronto, where fans will be looking to play their part in an atmosphere full of nerves and excitement.
Who will start for the Dodgers and the Blue Jays in Game 1?
The Dodgers will be led by Shohei Ohtani and Mookie Betts, with Will Smith moving up to the three-hole and Teoscar Hernández down to the sixth spot. The Blue Jays’ lineup features George Springer and Vladimir Guerrero Jr., with Daulton Varsho patrolling centre field.
BLUE JAYS VS DODGERS!
— FOX Sports: MLB (@MLBONFOX) October 21, 2025
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On the mound for the Dodgers is two-time Cy Young Award winner Blake Snell. Despite a limited regular season, Snell has been exceptional in the postseason, boasting a 3-0 record with a 0.86 ERA over 21 innings.
Opposing him is rookie Trey Yesavage for the Blue Jays. Having made his MLB debut in September, Yesavage has quickly become a key figure in Toronto’s rotation. In the postseason, he holds a 2-1 record with a 4.20 ERA in three starts. Notably, he delivered a dominant performance in Game 2 of the ALDS, pitching 5.1 hitless innings and striking out 11.
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Game 1 carries significant weight in the World Series. Historically, the team that takes the first game has gone on to claim the championship in 76 of the previous 120 matchups, which is roughly 63%. The trend is even more pronounced in the Wild Card Era, beginning in 1995, where 24 of the last 30 Fall Classics—about 80%—have been won by the Game 1 victor.
Blue Jays Game 1 starting lineup:
- George Springer, DH
- Davis Schneider, LF
- Vladimir Guerrero Jr., 1B
- Bo Bichette, 2B
- Alejandro Kirk, C
- Daulton Varsho, CF
- Ernie Clement, 3B
- Myles Straw, RF
- Andrés Giménez, SS
Dodgers Game 1 starting lineup:
- Shohei Ohtani, DH
- Mookie Betts, SS
- Freddie Freeman, 1B
- Will Smith, C
- Teoscar Hernández, RF
- Max Muncy, 3B
- Kiké Hernández, LF
- Tommy Edman, 2B
- Andy Pages, CF
DODGERS-BLUE JAYS GAME 1 OF THE WORLD SERIES pic.twitter.com/LUywC40fNk
— Talkin’ Baseball (@TalkinBaseball_) October 24, 2025
2025 MLB World Series schedule:
- Game 1: Friday, Oct. 24, 8 p.m. ET (at Blue Jays)
- Game 2: Saturday, Oct. 25, 8 p.m. ET (at Blue Jays)
- Game 3: Monday, Oct. 27, 8 p.m. ET (at Dodgers)
- Game 4: Tuesday, Oct. 28, 8 p.m. ET (at Dodgers)
- Game 5: Wednesday, Oct. 29, 8 p.m. ET^ (at Dodgers)
- Game 6: Friday, Oct. 31, 8 p.m. ET^ (at Blue Jays)
- Game 7: Saturday, Nov. 1, 8 p.m. ET^ (at Blue Jays)
It'll be strength vs strength in the #WorldSeries!
— MLB Network (@MLBNetwork) October 23, 2025
The Blue Jays were 1st in MLB in contact % during the regular season (80.5%).
The Dodgers' starters are 1st in whiff rate this Postseason (39.4%). pic.twitter.com/RO44dE4JU7
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The series schedule reflects this advantage. The first two games will be held in Toronto on October 24 and 25, giving the Blue Jays the chance to start strong in front of their home crowd; games 3 through 5 will shift to Los Angeles. Should the series stretch to six or seven games, the final matches will return to Toronto.
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