The Los Angeles Dodgers are once again World Series champions, marking the first time since 2000 that a team has repeated as champions in Major League Baseball. They faced a challenging Game 7, trailing for a significant portion after winning Game 6 to force the decisive match. The game was filled with dramatic play, worthy of its World Series title, and the box score doesn’t reflect the intensity experienced by fans.
Unranked Moments
- Near Fight: A near-altercation between players added to the tension of the game, particularly when benches cleared after a hit by pitch involving Andrés Giménez.
“Benches clear in #WorldSeries Game 7 after Andrés Giménez is hit by a pitch by Justin Wrobleski in the 4th inning. pic.twitter.com/cZr401tIIo” — MLB (@MLB)
Honorable Mentions
- Max Muncy’s Home Run: In the eighth inning, a crucial home run brought the Dodgers within one run when it seemed the game might become a formality.
- A base-stealing attempt by George Springer that resulted in an odd out amidst a questionable play by Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
- An injured Bo Bichette held at third even when able to score during a critical moment.
- A close call on a double play that could have changed the game’s momentum, where the Dodgers capitalized on a sac fly following a force out.
Top Moments from Game 7
- Varsho and Guerrero’s Diving Catches: A critical play where Daulton Varsho made an incredible catch while the Dodgers threatened to score includes defensive heroics.
“Daulton Varsho!!! WOW pic.twitter.com/5h8LxBcd8v” — FOX Sports: MLB
- Bichette’s Monster Homer: Despite a knee injury, Bichette managed a powerful three-run homer.
“BO BICHETTE THREE RUN HOMER OFF OHTANI! pic.twitter.com/cODTbIXKmS” — FOX Sports: MLB
- Rojas’ Key Play at Home: In desperation, Miguel Rojas made a crucial play at home for the out that held the game in tight contention.
“DODGERS GET THE OUT AT HOME ARE YOU KIDDING ME!?!? pic.twitter.com/OFd9ZzYntb” — FOX Sports: MLB
- Pages’ Catch: In a stunning defensive moment, Andy Pages saved what could have been a game-ending hit.
“HE CAUGHT IT! HE CAUGHT IT! WE GO TO EXTRAS! pic.twitter.com/2FJknLH5qe” — FOX Sports: MLB
- Will Smith’s Moment: A pivotal home run by Will Smith provided the Dodgers with a much-needed lead.
“WILL SMITH GIVES THE DODGERS THE LEAD IN THE 11TH! pic.twitter.com/5SZ8mNJB1E” — FOX Sports: MLB
- Rojas’ Solo Homer: Miguel Rojas, surprisingly pivotal in the game’s end, managed a home run tying the score.
“THIS GAME IS TIED! MIGUEL ROJAS SOLO HOMER IN THE 9TH! pic.twitter.com/Zt3CmmhDQw” — FOX Sports: MLB
- Yamamoto’s Heroics: A standout performance from World Series MVP Yamamoto, who battled through significant innings despite a challenging postseason.
“Springer strikes out swinging! pic.twitter.com/FTBYNg8JmE” — FOX Sports: MLB
