Blue Jays start 1st playoff series in 22 years on Oct. 8

The Toronto Blue Jays, who clinched their first American League East title in 22 years, will begin their opening round on Thursday, Oct. 8, at Rogers Centre.

Toronto will begin its opening round at home at the Rogers Centre

CBC Sports · Posted: Oct 01, 2015 12:03 PM EDT | Last Updated: October 1, 2015

The Blue Jays still playing for overall title

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Despite clinching the AL east title, the Jays are still focused on the best season record.

The Toronto Blue Jays clinched their first American League East title in 22 years on Wednesday.

That much we know. What is still to be determined is whether the Jays or the Kansas City Royals will have the best record in the AL, and Toronto's opponent for the divisional round.

Still, Major League Baseball has sent out the dates for the entire post-season.

The Blue Jays will have home field advantage for the American League Divisional Series:

Thursday, Oct. 8

Game 1: TBD @ Toronto

Friday, Oct. 9

Game 2: TBD @ Toronto

Sunday, Oct. 11

Game 3: Toronto @ TBD

Monday, Oct. 12 (If necessary)

Game 4: Toronto @ TBD

Wednesday, Oct. 14 (If necessary)

Game 5: TBD @ Toronto

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