The Toronto Blue Jays return to Toronto for Game 6 of the World Series on Friday, but the early games have already proven a homerun for restaurants in the city, according to data from payment platform Moneris shared with Global News.

Last week, a pinch-hit grand slam by Addison Barger put the Blue Jays in a comfortable lead and led to a dominant 11-4 victory against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 1 of the World Series.

“When Toronto wins in the World Series, the city celebrates in a big way,” said Sean McCormick, vice-president of data services at Moneris.

“Restaurant transaction volume jumped 27 per cent near Rogers Centre and 10 per cent citywide in game one, clearly showing how the championship stage inspires fans to savour the experience and spend a little more while doing it

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