Toronto is in the World Series for the first time in 32 years. Fans are full of hope

By Megan Lim,

Ahmad Damen

Published October 23, 2025 at 4:54 PM EDT

The city of Toronto is buzzing in anticipation for their Blue Jays first World Series since 1993.

Megan Lim

Ahmad Damen

Ahmad Damen is an editor for All Things Considered based in Washington, D.C. He first joined NPR's and WBUR's Here & Now as an editor in 2024. Damen brings more than 15 years of experience in journalism, with roles spanning six countries.

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