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Dodgers Clinch Back-to-Back World Series Titles in Dramatic Fashion
3 Nov
Summary
- Dodgers defeat Blue Jays in Game 7 to win second straight championship
- Freddie Freeman's late mother's hometown connection to Toronto
- Dodgers team rallies around personal tragedy of pitcher Alex Vesia
On November 1, 2025, the Los Angeles Dodgers secured their second straight World Series title with a thrilling victory over the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 7. The Dodgers' star player, Freddie Freeman, was particularly emotional about the win, as it took place in the city where his late mother, Rosemary, grew up.
Freddie's wife, Chelsea, expressed her pride in the team's resilience, saying, "These boys have been troopers." The Dodgers had faced adversity throughout the playoffs, including the absence of pitcher Alex Vesia, who took a leave of absence to deal with a "deeply personal family matter" involving his pregnant wife.
Despite the challenges, the Dodgers emerged victorious, with Chelsea describing the win as "a rollercoaster of emotions." Freddie, a three-time World Series champion, acknowledged the significance of this particular victory, saying, "It just makes me feel like I'm closer to my mom."
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The Dodgers' triumph was a testament to their teamwork and determination, as Chelsea noted, "The group of guys that we have on this team -- and the women -- are just absolutely incredible. They deserve it so bad."
