2025 World Series Game 6: Dodgers Force a Decisive Game 7
- Steel Valley Sports
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Updated: 3 days ago
By Eddie Kahl | Steel Valley Sports
TORONTO — Under the closed roof of Rogers Centre, the Los Angeles Dodgers kept their championship hopes alive. In a must-win Game 6 of the 2025 World Series, the Dodgers defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 3–1, forcing a winner-take-all finale on Saturday night.
Mookie Betts Sparks the Lineup
Manager Dave Roberts made a bold move, reshuffling the batting order in search of offense. The adjustment paid off early as Mookie Betts, moved into the cleanup spot, snapped out of his series-long slump with two key hits and an RBI. His aggressive approach at the plate set the tone for a Dodgers offense that finally broke through against Toronto’s deep pitching staff.
Yamamoto’s Poise Under Pressure
Once again, Yoshinobu Yamamoto delivered on the mound. The Japanese ace went six innings, allowing just one run while striking out seven. Despite constant pressure from Toronto’s lineup, Yamamoto stayed composed, attacking the strike zone and executing big pitches in critical moments.
Through five postseason starts, he now holds a 4–1 record with a 1.56 ERA, placing him alongside the best October arms of the modern era.
Defensive Brilliance Seals It
The defining moment came in the ninth inning. With runners on second and third and no outs, the Blue Jays appeared poised for a comeback. Then, on a sharp line drive off the bat of Andrés Giménez, Enrique Hernández made a stunning grab and doubled off the runner at second to end the game.
The crowd erupted as the Dodgers turned a sure-fire rally into an unforgettable finish — one that kept their World Series hopes alive.
What’s Next
With the series now tied 3–3, everything comes down to Game 7 on Saturday night. Both teams have managed their pitching carefully, leaving plenty of fresh arms for the finale.
The Dodgers are seeking their first championship since 2020, while the Blue Jays look to capture Canada’s first title since 1993. Expect every move — from bullpen matchups to lineup tweaks — to be under the microscope in what promises to be one of the most intense Game 7s in recent memory.
