LOS ANGELES — The Blue Jays had suffered a grueling defeat in the previous game against the Dodgers, where they fell short despite having opportunities to take control. Facing a critical juncture, they turned to Shane Bieber. He delivered an exceptional performance against Shohei Ohtani, leading the Blue Jays to a decisive 6-2 win and leveling the 2025 World Series at two games each.

Bieber commented on the team’s need to rally after their exhausting 18-inning loss. After the game, he stated, “There’s no choice… What, are you going to feel sorry for yourself? It’s the World Series, right?”

Despite injury setbacks within the team, Bieber rose to the occasion, completing 5 ⅓ innings with just one earned run, establishing himself as a pivotal acquisition for the Blue Jays.

In a light moment post-game, Kevin Gausman humorously acknowledged the unexpected circumstances that had led to Bieber’s start in such a critical game. Bieber’s ability to adapt and perform under pressure proved essential for the Blue Jays as they look to reclaim their spot at the top.

The Blue Jays’ resilience showcased once again as they overcame adversity, evoking memories of their past culminations and driving towards their first title since 1993. As Ernie Clement put it, “I think we’re the best team in baseball and we got out of bed today with our hair on fire and ready to play.”