On October 31st, the Los Angeles Dodgers are heading into game six of the World Series against the Toronto Blue Jays, and the stakes couldn't be higher. The Blue Jays currently lead the best of seven series, three games to two, so this is a must win for the Dodgers if they want to keep their championship hopes alive. The game is happening at Roger Center in Toronto, setting the stage for a packed house and plenty of drama. The first pitch is expected to be thrown around 5'10 in the evening, Pacific time, though fans know these start times are always a little flexible.
If you're watching on TV, you can tune into Fox, with the broadcast team including Joe Davis and John Smoltz, along with Ken Rosenthal and Tom Perducci giving updates and analysis. For those who prefer radio, there are several ways to catch the action from ESPN Radio's national coverage to local stations in both English and Spanish. With their backs against the wall, the Dodgers are hoping not to get tricked. This Halloween and are counting on their lineup and pitching staff to deliver under pressure.
If they lose, Toronto will take the championship at home, but if the Dodgers pull off a win, the series will be pushed to a deciding game seven, which is always the dream scenario for baseball fans hoping for as much drama as possible. There's a playful vibe among Dodgers supporters, with reminders flying around to join the online game threads at 6'13 in the evening and again at 7'24, Pacific time. It's turned into a bit of a superstition miss out, and you risk having your house egged by the baseball gods. For those unable to make it in person or on TV, there are plenty of ways to stay plugged in and cheer for the team no matter where you are.
Fans should expect heightened nerves and maybe even a few Halloween-themed antics, both in the stands and among the teams. Whether you're following along from the couch at a bar or just checking scores on your phone, tonight's game promises to be a can't miss matchup. The Dodgers are chasing the ultimate treat-a-shot at Game 7, hoping to avoid the trick of ending their season on a loss.