World Series Game 2 at the Rogers Centre

Game 2 of the World Series turned downtown Toronto into a sea of blue and excitement. Even hours before the first pitch, fans had already started lining up around the Rogers Centre.

The first thing I noticed was the Postseason 2025 Gear Truck—a mobile shop gleaming with jerseys, caps, and hoodies. Fans were eager to grab official playoff gear, and the lineup stretched all the way around the plaza. The “Get Your Gear Here” sign practically shouted the energy of the day.

While I was there, the team bus rolled up with a full police motorcycle escort. The crowd cheered as it turned the corner toward the stadium. The atmosphere shifted instantly—people knew the players were close. You could feel the buzz.

In the middle of the crowd, I met a fan from New York proudly wearing a jersey covered in baseball pins. He told me he’s been collecting for years and was thrilled to pick up a brand-new World Series 2025 pin today to add to his collection. His smile said it all—moments like that are what baseball’s all about.

By early afternoon, people were already lining up at the stadium gates—some four hours before they even opened. The anticipation was electric. Everyone was bundled up in Blue Jays blue, snapping photos, chatting about lineups, and eating snacks from nearby vendors.

Not everyone was wearing blue, though—I spotted a couple of Dodgers fans mixed into the crowd. One older man proudly sported a Los Angeles Dodgers sweatshirt, and another younger fan wore a fresh Dodgers jersey and cap. Even on Toronto turf, baseball brings everyone together.

By early afternoon, the media started arriving too, rolling in carts stacked with cameras, lighting gear, and tripods. I spotted one crew from TSN unloading near the Media Entrance. Everyone looked focused and ready—the calm before the storm of flashing lights, live reports, and interviews that would fill the air once the game began.

Game 2 promised to be a huge night for the city. Whether you were a Jays die hard, a visiting Dodgers fan, or just someone like me wandering around with a camera—it was impossible not to get caught up in the energy of it all.

Bob, covering the streets outside the Rogers Centre, Toronto