Dodgers vs. Blue Jays: Extra-Innings Showdown Heats Up
The Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays are locked in a heart-stopping extra-innings battle, with every pitch holding playoff-like intensity. As the game stretches deeper into extras, fans are witnessing a nail-biting clash of elite pitching, clutch hitting, and game-saving defense.
Game Recap: Pitcher’s Duel Turns Into Late Drama
The game began as a pitcher’s duel, with Tyler Glasnow (LAD) and José Berríos (TOR) trading zeros early. Glasnow racked up 9 strikeouts through six innings, while Berríos kept the Dodgers’ potent lineup in check.
- 5th inning: Freddie Freeman broke the deadlock with an RBI double, scoring Mookie Betts (1-0 LAD).
- 6th inning: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. answered with a solo homer, tying the game at 1-1.
Late-Inning Heroics: Defense and Missed Chances
Both teams had golden opportunities to take the lead late but were denied by clutch plays:
- 8th inning: Blue Jays loaded the bases, but Blake Treinen (LAD) escaped with back-to-back outs.
- 9th inning: Teoscar Hernández nearly walked it off, but Kevin Kiermaier (TOR) robbed him with a leaping catch at the wall.
Extra Innings: Tension Reaches New Heights
The game extended into extras, with both teams trading runs in the 10th inning. The 11th inning brought more drama:
- Blue Jays took the lead on Bo Bichette’s RBI single.
- Dodgers tied it again with Will Smith’s two-out clutch hit.
Key Players to Watch
- Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (TOR): 2-for-5, HR, the Blue Jays’ biggest threat.
- Mookie Betts (LAD): 3 times on base, setting the table for L.A.
- Blake Treinen (LAD): Escape artist in high-leverage spots.
- Kevin Kiermaier (TOR): Game-saving defense in CF.
Live Updates: Who Will Prevail?
With bullpens thinning, every move matters. Refresh for the latest:
- Top 12th: Blue Jays strand runners in scoring position.
- Bottom 12th: Dodgers threaten—runner on second, one out.
Will the Dodgers walk it off, or will the Blue Jays break through? Follow along for real-time updates!
