The Blue Jays pounded 14 hits in Game 1, prevailing 11-4. They will be motivated to seize command, given that their bullpen may be extended given the complexion of their rotation and games on three consecutive days when the Series shifts to Los Angeles.

When the Toronto Blue Jays square off against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday, Oct. 24, at Rogers Centre, it will be Game 1 of the World Series.

Batting for Davis Schneider against left-hander Anthony Banda, Barger drilled a 2-1 slider 413 feet to right-center — his third home run this postseason.