Dodgers Win Epic 18-Inning Game Against Blue Jays in World Series

LOS ÁNGELES, California — The Los Angeles Dodgers triumphed over the Toronto Blue Jays 6-5 in an unforgettable 18-inning Game 3 of the World Series early Tuesday morning. This victory put the Dodgers ahead 2-1 in the best-of-seven series.

The marathon match tied the record for the longest game in World Series history. The Dodgers also played a memorable 18-inning game in the 2018 series against the Boston Red Sox.

After a scoreless stretch from the seventh inning until the 18th, Freddie Freeman hit a dramatic walk-off home run to seal the win for the Dodgers. He became the first player in MLB history to hit multiple walk-off home runs in a World Series.

Freeman’s historic moment came after the Dodgers took an early lead, scoring twice with homers from Freeman and Will Smith. However, the Blue Jays answered with four runs in the fourth inning. The teams exchanged leads, with Shohei Ohtani tying the game with a homer in the seventh.

Freeman’s game-winning home run sparked reactions across the sports world. Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid tweeted, “OMG LETS FREAKING GO!! Freddie.” Other athletes, like Donovan Mitchell and James Harden, celebrated Freeman’s clutch performance as well.

In a noteworthy pitching performance, Will Klein threw 72 pitches in extra innings, helping secure the win. CC Sabathia praised Klein, calling it an “unbelievable performance.” Dodgers fans celebrated as the team prepares for the next game in Los Angeles.

This thrilling victory adds to the excitement of the series, as the Dodgers look to maintain momentum against the Blue Jays.