MLB World Series: LA Dodgers beat Toronto Blue Jays for back-to-back titles

In a thrilling World Series finale, the Los Angeles Dodgers defied the odds to secure their second consecutive championship, defeating the Toronto Blue Jays 5-4 in extra innings. Despite a three-run deficit early on, the Dodgers rallied with key homers from Max Muncy and Miguel Rojas, tying the game in the ninth. The series, marked by political and trade tensions, featured star players like Shohei Ohtani and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Ohtani, who started and hit as the designated hitter, played a crucial role in the Dodgers' comeback. Will Smith's walk-off home run in the eleventh inning sealed the victory, making the Dodgers the first team to repeat as champions since the New York Yankees in 1999-2000. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.