The Seattle Mariners are aiming to secure a spot within one triumph of their franchise’s inaugural World Series appearance as they play host to the Toronto Blue Jays at T-Mobile Park on Wednesday in Game 3 of the 2025 American League Championship Series. Having both joined the AL as expansion teams in 1977, Seattle stands as the sole current MLB team yet to contend for the coveted Commissioner’s Trophy.
Following a hard-fought 15-inning victory against the Detroit Tigers in five games during the AL Division Series, the Mariners journeyed to Toronto and clinched 3-1 and 10-3 triumphs over the top-seeded Blue Jays, seizing a 2-0 advantage in the ALCS. Seattle will have George Kirby pitching in Game 3, while Toronto will counter with Shane Bieber.
Wednesday’s NHL schedule showcases four games, featuring an Atlantic Division clash between the Detroit Red Wings and the reigning two-time Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers. The Red Wings (2-1-0) are seeking their third straight victory after sweeping a home-and-home series against the Toronto Maple Leafs, while the Panthers (3-1-0) aim to rebound from their first defeat of the 2025-26 season — a 5-2 road loss to the Philadelphia Flyers on Monday.
Concurrently, Week 8 of the 2025 college football season continues with a pair of Conference USA matchups, including UTEP (1-5, 0-2) taking on Sam Houston (0-6, 0-3) at Shell Energy Stadium in Houston on the CBS Sports Network.
In the latest MLB betting odds for Blue Jays vs. Mariners, the Mariners are favored with -130 odds (a $130 wager wins $100), while the Blue Jays are listed at +109 (a $100 wager wins $109). The Panthers are favored against the Red Wings at -142, and UTEP is favored by 3 points in their game against Sam Houston.
The following is an overview of noteworthy events to watch and wager on for Wednesday, Oct. 15. All times Eastern
MLB game previews, viewing options
Blue Jays at Mariners
Time: 8:08 p.m. | Location: Seattle | TV: FS1 | Stream: Fubo (Try for free)
SportsLine projections — Model: Over 7 (-123) | Analyst: Mariners -130 (Matt Severance)
Seattle’s Jorge Polanco is considered a leading contender for ALCS MVP, having gone 4-for-9 with a home run and five RBI across the initial two games, breaking ties to propel the Mariners ahead for good in both instances. Kirby is scheduled to make his third career playoff start and second of this postseason, having conceded just three runs and amassed 14 strikeouts over 10 innings against Detroit in the ALDS. Bieber, who recorded a 1-0 record with a 2.03 ERA in two starts for the Cleveland Guardians during the 2022 postseason, lasted only 2 2/3 innings in his appearance against the New York Yankees in the ALDS, escaping with a no-decision despite allowing three runs on five hits and a walk. The SportsLine Projection Model anticipates Game 3 will not be a pitchers’ duel, projecting the Over to hit in over 54% of its simulations. SportsLine analyst Matt Severance, boasting a 26-9 record on his last 35 MLB picks, favors the Mariners to establish a commanding 3-0 series lead, citing their superior home record in the majors since the trade deadline, while the Blue Jays hold a sub-.500 road record (41-42) in 2025.
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NHL game previews, viewing options
Panthers at Red Wings
Time: 7 p.m. | Location: Detroit | TV: TNT | Stream: Fubo (Try for free)
SportsLine pick — Model: Red Wings +1.5 (-213)
Despite the absence of Matthew Tkachuk (groin) and captain Aleksander Barkov (knee), the Panthers commenced the season with a three-game winning streak and rallied from a 2-0 deficit against the Flyers to tie the game last time out before conceding the go-ahead goal with 4:10 remaining in the third period. Detroit rebounded from a season-opening 5-1 loss to the Montreal Canadiens by amassing a total of nine goals in consecutive wins against the Maple Leafs. The SportsLine Projection Model suggests that the Red Wings will at least keep the game competitive against Florida, projecting them to cover the puck line in 70% of its simulations.
Blackhawks at Blues
Time: 9:30 p.m. | Location: St. Louis | TV: TNT | Stream: Fubo (Try for free)
SportsLine projections — Model: Blues -239 | Expert: Blues -1 (Matt Severance)
Similar to Detroit, the Blues are aiming for their third consecutive victory following road wins against the Calgary Flames and Vancouver Canucks, where they outscored their opponents by a combined 9-4 margin. Chicago is coming off its first win of 2025-26, a 3-1 triumph over the Utah Mammoth that ended its season-opening three-game slide (0-2-1). The SportsLine Projection Model’s simulations indicate a 70% probability of the Blues winning, and Severance anticipates St. Louis will rebound from a 5-0 loss in its home opener against the Minnesota Wild and cover in its second game of the campaign at Enterprise Center.
CFB game previews, viewing options
Delaware at Jacksonville State
Time: 7 p.m. | Location: Jacksonville, Ala. | TV: ESPN | Stream: Fubo (try for free)
SportsLine projections — Model: Jacksonville State +125 | Analyst: Delaware -2.5 (Sia Nejad)
Delaware (3-2, 1-1) was denied a third straight victory last time out, relinquishing a halftime lead by allowing 17 points in the third quarter and suffering a 27-24 defeat to Western Kentucky for its first loss during Conference USA play. Quarterback Nick Minicucci achieved a season high with 314 passing yards and rushed for three touchdowns for the second time this season in the loss. Jacksonville State (3-3, 2-0) is aiming to secure consecutive wins for the first time this year after edging Sam Houston 29-27 on the road last Thursday. Cam Cook rushed for 218 yards and a pair of TDs as the Gamecocks won on a 52-yard field goal as time expired. The SportsLine Projection Model anticipates a Jacksonville State victory, projecting the team to win in 71% of its simulations, but SportsLine analyst Sia Nejad believes Delaware will cover the spread due to the Blue Hens’ solid run defense, coming off a bye week, and improving offensive health.
UTEP at Sam Houston
Time: 7 p.m. | Location: Houston | TV: CBS Sports Network | Stream: Fubo (try for free)
SportsLine pick — Model: Sam Houston +3 (-115)
Both teams are encountering significant struggles, evidenced by their combined 1-11 record. UTEP is coming off its fourth consecutive loss, a 19-8 home setback against Liberty, where it was outgained 403-167. Sam Houston rallied from a 10-point deficit against Jacksonville State last week and took the lead on Hunter Watson’s 19-yard touchdown pass to Chris Reed with 52 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter before falling 29-27 on the game-ending field goal and remaining winless. The SportsLine Projection Model predicts the Bearkats will cover the spread against the Miners in 65% of its simulations, also projecting them to secure their first victory of the season 61% of the time.
