The Toronto Blue Jays are one win away from capturing the 2025 World Series after defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-1 last night, taking a 3-2 lead in the series. The victory, achieved at Dodger Stadium, puts the Canadians just one win away from hoisting the trophy for the first time in more than three decades.
The star of the night was rookie pitcher Trey Yesavage, who delivered a historic performance. In seven complete innings, he allowed only one run, struck out 12 batters, and issued no walks, setting a record for a rookie in a World Series. His absolute dominance on the mound silenced the Dodgers’ offense, which never found its rhythm against his repertoire of fastballs and breaking balls.
From the first inning, the Blue Jays set the tone for the game with an unprecedented offensive explosion. For the first time in World Series history, a team opened the game with consecutive home runs, igniting the visiting crowd and immediately putting pressure on the Dodgers’ starting pitcher. That early lead was enough to maintain control of the game.
The Los Angeles offense, normally potent, was limited by the impeccable work of the Canadian pitching staff and a defense that responded on every key play. The Dodgers, who entered the series as favorites, must now win the remaining two games to keep their title hopes alive.
For Toronto, this victory reinforces the confidence of a team that has demonstrated a balance between youth and experience. It also means the possibility of clinching the championship at home, in front of their fans, when the series returns to Rogers Centre.
Game 6 will be played tomorrow in Toronto. The Blue Jays will look to close out the series and secure their first championship since 1993, while the Dodgers will try to force a seventh and decisive game.
