Of course, it wasn't the result everyone was hoping for, but it's a journey Toronto Blue Jays fans can be proud of.
A heartbreaking 5-4 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 7 of the World Series showcased exactly what Team Canada is known for: toughness, strength and resilience.
Saturday's game was a roller coaster of emotions, from excitement after Bo Bichette's three-run homer in the third inning, which was the first of its kind in a seventh game since 1967, to relief when the Jays maintained their one-run lead in the ninth inning.
But the happiness faded and quickly turned to despair when the Dodgers' Miguel Rojas tied the game and Will Smith scored for the lead in the 11th inning, leading the team to its second straight World Series championship.
absolutely nothing but respect for the blue jays. We were given a World Series match of a lifetime, and not a single second of it was easy.
donation to a children's hospital, putting 51 on caps, absolutely nothing but class from the org. and I can't wait to see them win soon
—fair
Numb. Sad. Still, I'm so proud of the Jays and grateful that they got through the 2025 season. It was one hell of a ride. My heart breaks for the players because it didn't end the way it should have.
If you're sad today.
Remember, they made it to the World Series.
This is an achievement in itself.
Congratulations Blue Jays 👏
The time change is fun because now I have an extra hour to be sad about Jace.
I can't even scroll through social media today because everything is about the Blue Jays and I'm still so sad. We were the best team, we deserved to win. And it’s even more painful to watch videos from players, it really sucks😔
I think if Joe Carter called me right now and told me I beat Jace for $14 million 50/50, I'd still be sad.
Fans weren't the only ones who had a hard time watching the Dodgers celebrate what could have been theirs Saturday night at Rogers Center.
Blue Jays players also held back tears as they interviewed the media after team talks, which Ernie Clement said included “a lot of hugs.”
He was one of the highlights of the night, tying his postseason hit record. Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s double play and jump shot, followed by tears after the game, demonstrated his dedication to the team. And the players showed incredible camaraderie as the benches cleared and the Blue Jays stormed the field, ready to go after Andres Jimenez hit a pitch.
The odds were against the Jays. Yet time and time again this postseason, players have emerged ready to fight. During the regular season, the Blue Jays led the MLB with 49 comeback wins, a mark they wore as a badge of honor, a testament to their never-say-die approach.
Despite this, and to add further salt to the wound, Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto won the World Series MVP title.
However, the support was unwavering and demonstrated a level of unity never seen before.
Good morning. I woke up well rested with another hour of sleep, but deep down I was sad for my team who lost the night before.
Yes, it's just a game, but life prepares us to fight for what we want. Fight with everything we have and what this team has done. I hope the Jays come back stronger… pic.twitter.com/g8I2BPgPCt
A devastating loss for the jays :(((
I'm so sad for the team but I'm proud of how hard they fought 💙💙💙
I've never watched a game like last night where I just didn't want it to end. It was as exciting as it gets. It's a shame someone had to lose. Feel for the Jays and their fans…they were so close to winning in the top of the ninth.
Indeed, what a series it was.
The team started with the first grand slam hit in a World Series game, and Alejandro Kirk became the first Mexican-born player to hit a home run in a fall classic.
The Dodgers may have won the infamous Game 3 in an 18-inning marathon, but the Toronto Blue Jays gave it their all. And with a win in Game 4, the team guaranteed at least one more baseball game at home for thousands of hungry fans.
The fifth game could have been called “The Trey Yesavage Show.” The 22-year-old rookie managed 12 strikeouts on just over 100 pitches during the start of Game 5 at Dodger Stadium.
From start to finish, the world watched as the Jays made it to their first World Series in 32 years, bringing with them new hope from around the world.
So, while the Blue Jays may not be immortalized with a trophy this year, they will forever remain legends in our hearts.
I want to thank the Blue Jays and all of Toronto.
These are not the results we were hoping for, but I am very proud of them.
Blue Jays, you are Team Toronto, you are Team Canada. You brought us all together. Thank you for setting such a good example of excellence,…
Congratulations to our @BlueJays in an incredible, hard-fought World Series.
It may not have been the result we were hoping for, but you made our country proud.
Until next season, Toronto Blue Jays.
