The Los Angeles Dodgers triumphed over the Toronto Blue Jays in a thrilling Game 7 of the World Series, winning 5-4 in extra innings on November 2, 2025. This victory marks the Dodgers as the first repeat champions in a quarter century, showcasing a dramatic contest filled with key moments and emotional highs and lows.
In a game that captivated fans at the Rogers Centre in Toronto, Will Smith delivered the decisive blow. His go-ahead home run in the 11th inning not only broke a tie but also made history as the first extra-inning homer in a winner-take-all title game. The game unfolded over an intense four hours and seven minutes, demonstrating the resilience of both teams.
The night began with the Blue Jays taking an early lead, thanks to Bo Bichette‘s home run in the third inning off Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani. Toronto extended their advantage to 4-2, but the Dodgers fought back. Max Muncy hit a solo homer in the eighth inning, re-igniting hope for Los Angeles.
As the game progressed, the tension escalated. The Blue Jays were just two outs away from clinching their first championship since 1993 when Miguel Rojas, who had been inserted into the lineup to energize the team, hit a stunning home run in the ninth inning off pitcher Jeff Hoffman. This dramatic moment silenced the crowd of 44,713, as Rojas celebrated despite not having homered since September 19.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto, named World Series MVP, played a critical role in the Dodgers’ success, escaping a bases-loaded jam in the ninth inning. The game continued to see-saw as both teams traded defensive plays and offensive threats. In the 10th inning, Seranthony Domínguez of Toronto managed to strand three Dodgers runners, maintaining the tense atmosphere.
Ultimately, in the 11th inning, Smith’s critical home run off Shane Bieber, the 2020 AL Cy Young Award winner making his first relief appearance since 2019, shifted the momentum. Running around the bases, Smith raised his arms in triumph, marking a pivotal moment for the Dodgers.
In a game already rich with history, this World Series became the second-longest Game 7, trailing only the 12-inning contest between the Washington Senators and the New York Giants in 1924. The closing moments were filled with more drama, culminating in a double play—only the second in history to end a Series—when Mookie Betts initiated a 6-6-3 double play to secure the victory.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts expressed pride in the team’s accomplishment, stating, “To do what we’ve done in this span of time is pretty remarkable.” With this win, the Dodgers have now secured their ninth championship, marking their third title in six years, prompting discussions about the potential for a dynasty in the making.
As the celebrations unfolded, the emotions were palpable among both teams. While the Dodgers reveled in their success, the Blue Jays faced the disappointment of coming so close to their goal. Player Ernie Clement reflected on the heartache, admitting, “I’ve been crying for like probably for an hour. I thought I was done with the tears.”
Looking ahead, the Dodgers aim to defend their title in the upcoming 2026 season, ready to take on the challenges that lie ahead in Major League Baseball.