Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Toronto Blue Jays — Game 6 Recap
Game Summary
In a critical Game 6 of the 2025 World Series, the Los Angeles Dodgers edged the Toronto Blue Jays 3-1, forcing a decisive Game 7. The defining moment arrived in the third inning when Los Angeles broke through with three runs, while the Blue Jays were held in check thanks to a dominant outing by their ace. The match culminated in dramatic fashion with a historic defensive play in the ninth that sealed the win.
Key Highlights
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The Dodgers’ breakthrough came in the third, with a double and an RBI single setting a tone and giving them the margin they needed.
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Toronto starter Kevin Gausman pitched well, but allowed the decisive third-inning rally and never fully recovered.
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Los Angeles starter Yoshinobu Yamamoto delivered six strong innings, limiting the Blue Jays to just one run and keeping them off the board otherwise.
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In the ninth inning, the Blue Jays threatened with runners on base, but Los Angeles turned a rare left-field-to-second-base double play to end the game—an unprecedented ending for a postseason contest.
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With the victory, the Dodgers extended the series to Game 7, denying the Blue Jays their first title since 1993 and shifting the ultimate decision to one final showdown.
Tactical Breakdown
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Dodgers Offense: Rather quiet for much of the evening, but efficient when it mattered. The third-inning sequence showed their ability to manufacture runs despite limited opportunities.
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Blue Jays Offense: Struggled to generate consistent threat. While they advanced runners at times, they were unable to convert in high-leverage situations.
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Dodgers Defense & Pitching: Yamamoto set the tone early, and the bullpen held firm. The final defensive play underscored their composure under pressure.
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Blue Jays Defense & Pitching: Gausman was competitive, yet one inning changed momentum. Later, their defense could not contain the decisive sequence, which proved costly.
Looking Ahead
Game 7 now takes center stage: everything comes down to one final contest. The Dodgers have regained hope of back-to-back championships, while the Blue Jays must regroup after coming within one win of a long-awaited title. Both teams will need to draw deeply on their pitching depth, bench strength, and composure under maximum pressure.
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