Dodgers and Blue Jays Face Off in Tense Game 5 of World Series

LOS ANGELES — The 2025 World Series continued Wednesday night at Dodger Stadium with Game 5 as the Los Angeles Dodgers faced the Toronto Blue Jays. After a thrilling Game 4 that ended in a 6-2 victory for the Blue Jays, the series is tied 2-2.

In Game 4, the Blue Jays rebounded strongly from their disappointing 18-inning loss in Game 3, marking a pivotal moment in the series. Both teams are looking to take a lead before heading back to Toronto for Games 6 and 7 this weekend.

This evening’s match-up features a rematch of Game 1 starters: Blake Snell for the Dodgers and rookie Trey Yesavage for the Blue Jays. In their previous encounter, the Blue Jays capitalized on Snell’s struggles, scoring five runs in five innings.

Manager John Schneider confirmed that George Springer is not in the starting lineup due to a side injury. However, he mentioned that Springer is feeling better and could be available as a pinch-hitter later in the game.

The Blue Jays’ lineup for Game 5 includes Davis Schneider, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Bo Bichette, Alejandro Kirk, Dalton Varsho, Ernie Clement, Addison Barger, Isiah Kiner-Falefa, and Yesavage on the mound.

Meanwhile, the Dodgers’ lineup has Shohei Ohtani in the designated hitter spot, followed by Will Smith, Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman, Teoscar Hernández, Tommy Edman, Max Muncy, Kiké Hernández, and Alex Call. Ohtani and Freeman both demand special attention after their impressive performances in recent games.

Betts is currently struggling at the plate, with only three hits across the series, while Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has shuffled his lineup in hopes of finding a winning combination. Roberts noted, ‘We need our big hitters to step up and create opportunities.’

As the World Series unfolds, all eyes are on Snell—who traditionally performs better at home—hoping to reclaim his form after a shaky Game 1. The outcome of Game 5 will be crucial, with historical trends suggesting that teams winning this game often go on to win the championship.

Game 5 started at 8 p.m. ET and will be broadcasted by FOX. Fans eagerly anticipate what promises to be a thrilling showdown as both teams vie for an edge in this closely contested Series.