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Barack Obama, Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Will Smith. Image via: Chris Young/The Canadian Press/AP | Jeff Chiu /AP
The Los Angeles Dodgers pulled off a breathtaking Game 7 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays to capture their second straight World Series title, marking one of the most dramatic finishes in recent baseball memory.
The Dodgers’ 5-4 win came after eleven innings of nerve-racking tension, sealing a ninth championship for the franchise and crushing Toronto’s hopes of ending a 32-year title drought.Even before the champagne dried in the Dodgers’ clubhouse, congratulations poured in from fans and icons alike, including former U.S. President Barack Obama, who celebrated the team’s back-to-back triumph with a heartfelt message on social media.
The victory not only underscored Los Angeles’ dominance but also showed their ability to thrive under pressure, rewriting another unforgettable chapter in their storied legacy.
Barack Obama praises Los Angeles Dodgers’ resilience after their epic Game 7 World Series win
Barack Obama’s reaction captured the emotions of countless baseball fans who watched the Dodgers claw their way to victory in a game that had everything — clutch home runs, defensive brilliance, and sheer endurance. Taking to X, the former President wrote, “What a great series! Congrats to our back-to-back champs, @Dodgers,” encapsulating the spirit of perseverance that defined the night.
The Dodgers’ celebration was well-earned. After battling from a three-run deficit and nearly losing in the ninth, Los Angeles fought their way back with grit. The team, often criticized for its star-studded payroll, showed it was heart and depth theat secured the much deserved victory.
Will Smith’s heroics and Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s brilliance seal the Dodgers’ crown
Catcher Will Smith turned hero in the 11th inning, blasting a solo home run off Shane Bieber that put Los Angeles ahead 5-4. His decisive swing capped an exhausting battle between two powerhouse lineups. Behind him stood Yoshinobu Yamamoto, who, on just one day’s rest, came in to pitch 2⅔ innings of dominant relief before forcing Alejandro Kirk into a title-clinching double play. The Japanese ace was later named World Series MVP.While Toronto led most of the night, their momentum unraveled late. Miguel Rojas’ game-tying homer in the ninth stunned the crowd at Rogers Centre and shifted the series forever.Also Read: Shane Bieber's wife Kara's fiery reaction to Alejandro Kirk's wife Sofia Castaneda's World Series post sparks buzz among Blue Jays fans
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