Seattle takes early ALCS lead with Raleigh and Miller leading Blue Jays-Mariners Game 1.

The Seattle Mariners tied Game 1 of the ALCS against the Toronto Blue Jays with a solo home run by Cal Raleigh in the sixth inning. The Mariners won the game 3-1.

The Mariners traveled to Toronto after a 15-inning game on Saturday, arriving at their hotel near midnight due to a flight delay. Despite the long journey, they performed well in Game 1 of the ALCS, defeating the Blue Jays 3-1 at Rogers Centre.

Starting pitcher Bryce Miller, on three days' rest for the first time, allowed a home run on his first pitch but then shut down the Blue Jays for six innings. The Mariners' offense was led by Cal Raleigh's home run in the sixth inning, which canceled out the Blue Jays' early lead.

Jorge Polanco drove in the go-ahead run in the sixth inning and added another RBI in the eighth. The Mariners' bullpen held off the Blue Jays in the late innings, securing the win with closer Andrés Muñoz.

Cal Raleigh's performance in Game 1 showcased his power at the plate, tying the game with a home run and contributing to the Mariners' victory. Raleigh's success against Blue Jays' pitcher Kevin Gausman continued in the postseason.

The Blue Jays struggled offensively, managing only one run in the game. Despite a strong start with a leadoff home run by George Springer, the Blue Jays failed to capitalize on opportunities to score more runs.

Toronto's decision to replace Gausman in the sixth inning backfired, leading to the Mariners taking the lead and securing the win. Gausman's postseason struggles in the middle innings have been a recurring issue for the Blue Jays.

The missed opportunity in Game 1 of the ALCS highlighted the Blue Jays' need to improve offensively and overcome their struggles against the Mariners' pitching staff. Springer's early home run was a bright spot for Toronto, but the team failed to generate more offense throughout the game.