Dodgers Force Game 7 in World Series with 3-1 Victory Over Blue Jays
The Los Angeles Dodgers secured a 3-1 win against the Toronto Blue Jays, pushing the World Series to a decisive Game 7.
The Los Angeles Dodgers secured a 3-1 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday night, extending the World Series to a decisive Game 7. Pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto earned his second win against Toronto in a week, allowing one run over six innings. Mookie Betts, previously struggling in the series, delivered a crucial two-run single during a three-run third inning.
In the ninth inning, with runners on second and third and no outs, Dodgers' manager Dave Roberts called upon starter Tyler Glasnow from the bullpen. Glasnow induced a pop-up from Ernie Clement and then, with the help of left fielder Kiké Hernández, completed a game-ending double play. Hernández caught a line drive and threw to second baseman Miguel Rojas to double off the runner, sealing the win.
Reflecting on the play, Hernández noted his strategic positioning and determination: "I was playing a little more shallow than the card wanted me to. But given the situation, really fast guy at second base, I was like, you know what? I’m going to play really, really shallow. If he hits it over my head, kudos to him. I feel like his pop is more to the pull side."
The series is now tied 3-3, with Game 7 scheduled for Saturday night at Toronto's Rogers Centre. The Blue Jays will start veteran pitcher Max Scherzer, while the Dodgers' pitching plans remain flexible, with potential contributions from Shohei Ohtani.
Dodgers' manager Dave Roberts expressed confidence in his team's resilience: "Man, we live for Game 7, so here we go."
The winner of Game 7 will claim the 2025 World Series title.
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