The Blue Jays pounded 14 hits in Game 1, prevailing 11-4. They will be motivated to seize command, given that their bullpen may be extended given the complexion of their rotation and games on three consecutive days when the Series shifts to Los Angeles.

The Blue Jays erupted for nine runs in the sixth inning to take the opener 11-4 on Friday.

For the Blue Jays, who broke open the game with a nine-run sixth inning that included the first pinch-hit Grand Slam in World Series history, it was about as perfect a start as any team could hope fo...