"The acquisition of Bieber was for moments like this. His start earlier in the ALCS back at T-Mobile Park showcased his dominance and reliability. The Blue Jays expected him to be effective early on - and he was. The right-hander was composed on the hill, repeating his delivery and maintaining consistency. His pitch sequencing was well planned, and he had a clear understanding of each hitter."
"This time around, however, the Mariners continued their bat-to-ball approach, forcing seven hits off Bieber and scoring two earned runs. Bieber struck out five Mariners and walked two, finishing with 3 2/3 innings of work. He threw 74 pitches, relying heavily on his slider and mixing in 19 fastballs. Manager John Schneider recognized that Seattle's contact against Bieber was becoming too consistent, and he did not want the lineup to face him a third time through."
"Schneider's "all hands on deck" approach was the right strategy to protect Game 7 and advance to the World Series. Bieber's night ended earlier than usual, but that was by design. In an elimination game, there is no tomorrow - every decision matters. Each pitcher after Bieber contributed at least one inning of work. Louie Varland was next in line, bringing his usual shutout heat."
The Toronto Blue Jays reached the World Series for the first time in 32 years after a seven-game ALCS victory over the Seattle Mariners. The decisive Game 7 featured a pitching matchup between the Mariners' George Kirby and Toronto's Shane Bieber. Bieber struck out five, walked two, and worked 3 2/3 innings, allowing seven hits and two earned runs while throwing 74 pitches. Manager John Schneider removed Bieber before a third time through the order to limit Seattle's consistent contact. Relievers each logged at least an inning, including Louie Varland, who allowed a Cal Raleigh solo homer in 1 1/3 innings. The bullpen-focused, all-hands approach preserved the win.
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