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Canada's MLB team advanced to their maiden World Series since the 1993 season by defeating the Mariners in the decisive seventh game of the ALCS.

Down three runs to one, outfielder George Springer delivered a three-run homer in the seventh inning, leading the only Canadian franchise in MLB to a four games to three win in the series. Next up are the Dodgers, the team that is the current crown, in the upcoming Fall Classic.

"It's incredible for everyone here, our city, our country," commented Springer, an integral part of the Astros team that won the 2017 championship. "What an unbelievable moment."

The veteran has now connected for 23 October home runs, ranking him third all-time behind Ramirez (29) and Altuve (27).

"It's hard to imagine another person anywhere that I'd prefer in that moment other than George Springer with his October magic," noted Schneider.

Seattle, after leading the series 2-0 and 3-2, continue to be the one club never to appear in a championship series.

Manager Dan Wilson said "without a doubt that it's going to sting" after his club's elimination at their home ballpark, but praised their efforts this season.

"They're an exceptional squad. Sadly that we ended up on the unsuccessful side of this game," he added.

Toronto's team won the championship on their two prior appearances in 1992 and '93, and will welcome the Los Angeles in the opener on Friday.