Our very own Los Angeles Dodgers have done it, winning their second straight World Series title after an 11-inning Game 7, defeating the Toronto Blue Jays in one of the most dramatic finishes of the season.

They have now become the first repeat champions in 25 years. The game was a rollercoaster from start to finish, with the Blue Jays taking an early lead and leaving Dodgers Fans on the edge of their seats for most of the night. Behind the win was a combination of stellar performances and unexpected heroes, each playing a key role in clinching the championship.

Moreover, several players stepped up when it really mattered most. On the defensive side, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, who pitched 96 pitches the day before with no rest, came in to throw two and two-thirds innings, recording some major strikeouts. It’s safe to say he deserved the MVP. One of the most unexpected plays of the season had to be Miguel Rojas’ home run at the bottom of the ninth, sending the game into extra innings, especially considering that he had only hit seven home runs all season. Additionally, Andy Pages made a spectacular catch in center field that prevented the Blue Jays from scoring a potential walk-off run. Max Muncy contributed a crucial solo home run in the eighth inning that kept the team within momentum and back toward Los Angeles. Finally, Will Smith brought it home with a game-winning home run in the 11th inning, ending one of the most thrilling Game 7s and securing the Dodgers’ second straight championship.

With this win, the Dodgers have solidified their status as a modern-day dynasty.