Behind the scenes at the opening match
Dodger Stadium hosted a historic match on October 25, 2024 (October 26, Japan time), when the first World Series game between the Dodgers and Yankees was played for the first time in 43 years. This was the first time the two teams had faced each other since 1981, and baseball fans' expectations were at a fever pitch.
Shohei Ohtani's achievements
Shohei Ohtani, who played as the first baseman and DH, hit a valuable hit, his first hit of the World Series. With one out in the eighth inning, he swung hard at a pitch by right-hander Ken, hitting a double that hit the right field fence. He also took advantage of the opponent's sluggish defense and reached third base, then scored on a sacrifice fly by Betts to tie the game.
Dodgers vs Yankees game
Early pitching duel
The ace pitchers of both teams battled it out in a scoreless game through the fourth inning, with Flaherty of the Dodgers and Cole of the Yankees both pitching well.
Midfield
The Dodgers took the lead in the fifth inning, taking a 1-run lead with a triple by Kiké Hernández and a sacrifice fly by Smith, but in the sixth inning, the Yankees' Stanton hit a two-run home run to turn the game around.
A heated battle in overtime
In the eighth inning, Ohtani's performance helped the team tie the game, sending the game into extra innings. In the tenth inning, the Yankees took a one-point lead, but in the bottom of the inning, the Dodgers' fateful batter Freddie Freeman came up with two outs and the bases loaded. Freeman hit the first-ever walk-off grand slam in World Series history into the right field stands, sealing a dramatic victory.
Comments from team members
Roberts Director
"It was a great victory. It was the result of the team fighting as one. Ohtani's double that tied the game was a hit that really energized the team."
Shohei Ohtani
"I'm happy to have been able to contribute to the team's victory. Freeman's walk-off grand slam was a great moment. We will do our best to win Game 2 as well."
Outlook for the next Dodgers vs. Yankees game
The second game will be started by Japanese right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto. A showdown between him and the Yankees' left-hander Rodon is expected. Yamamoto said, "I want to pitch as I normally do."
Match Stats
- Game result: Dodgers 6-3 Yankees (10 innings)
- Winning pitcher: Treinen
- Losing pitcher: Cortes
- Home runs: Stanton (Yankees), Freeman (Dodgers)
- Attendance: 56,000
Notable individual achievements
Shohei Ohtani
- 1st at bat: Fly to center field
- 2nd at bat: Strikeout
- 3rd at bat: Grounder to shortstop
- 4th at bat: Double
- 5th at bat: Fly to left field
Freddie Freeman
- 2 hits and 3 RBIs in 3 at-bats
- Walk-off grand slam
Historical Significance
This match was historic for both teams. Not only was it the first match in 43 years, but it also marked a new chapter in baseball history with Shohei Ohtani's performance and Freeman's first walk-off grand slam in World Series history.
summary
The fierce battle between the Dodgers and the Yankees was a fantastic game that lived up to the expectations of baseball fans. It was a game full of highlights, including Shohei Otani's first hit in the World Series and Freeman's dramatic walk-off grand slam home run. Yoshinobu Yamamoto is scheduled to start in Game 2, so we can expect an even more exciting battle.
This World Series is a crossroads between the traditions and strengths of both teams. The Dodgers, who won the first game, will maintain their momentum and aim to become the world's best. Meanwhile, the Yankees will show their determination in their first match in 43 years. For baseball fans, this is a dream match that has just begun.
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