Freddie Freeman's Historic Walk-Off Powers Dodgers in Epic World Series Thriller
Freddie Freeman clinched a dramatic 18th-inning walk-off homer to lead the Los Angeles Dodgers over the Toronto Blue Jays, tying a World Series record for length. Shohei Ohtani also shone with a nine-time base reach. The Dodgers now lead the series 2-1.
In a gripping 18-inning showdown, Freddie Freeman emerged as the hero for the Los Angeles Dodgers, smashing a walk-off home run to secure a 6-5 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday. This game matched the World Series record for the most innings played, echoing the Dodgers' previous feat in 2018 against the Boston Red Sox, and stretched on for nearly six hours and 40 minutes.
This victory put the Dodgers ahead 2-1 in the best-of-seven series. Manager Dave Roberts hailed it as one of the greatest World Series games ever, expressing gratitude for having Freeman, who also made history by becoming the first MLB player to hit multiple World Series walk-off home runs, a feat only four players have achieved in postseason history.
Shohei Ohtani added to the spectacle with record performances, reaching base nine times with two homers, tying a Dodgers postseason home run record. Rookie Will Klein's four shutout innings secured the win in a game defined by determination. Dodgers and Blue Jays alike showcased their resolve in pursuit of the championship.
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