"There's no way to really recover from blowing Game 7 of the World Series, but there is at least the consolation of knowing that the team was good enough to come within a game of winning it all. That's the reality the Toronto Blue Jays find themselves in, as they were one Miguel Rojas homer away from winning their first title in 32 years."
"In fact, the Blue Jays' odds are so low that you may not be able to see them on that graphic. They are tied with the Milwaukee Brewers and San Diego Padres (+2000) for the ninth-best odds in the league to claim the Commissioner's Trophy in 2026. And while you can argue that a lot of teams on that list are being disrespected (the Brewers and Mariners should not be that low),"
"In truth, World Series odds don't matter. That's especially true before the offseason even happens, when there are sure to be additions and transactions that clean up holes on the roster. Remember, FanGraphs gave the Blue Jays just a 43.6% chance to make the playoffs prior to Opening Day, and Toronto's odds to make the World Series was just 7.0%. Even the most knowledgeable prognosticators don't know what they're talking about, and sportsbooks are designed to invite emotional reactions with the odds they assign teams."
The Toronto Blue Jays reached Game 7 of the World Series and lost when Miguel Rojas hit a decisive homer, ending a bid for the franchise's first title in 32 years. The Blue Jays held a lead into the eighth inning of that final game, demonstrating competitiveness against elite opponents. Early 2026 World Series odds from Fox Sports place Toronto tied with the Brewers and Padres at +2000, roughly ninth in the league. Preseason models and sportsbooks often undervalue teams; FanGraphs had given Toronto a 43.6% playoff chance and only a 7.0% World Series probability before the season. Offseason moves can materially change outlooks.
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