The Los Angeles Dodgers pulled off a dramatic victory over the New York Yankees in Game 1 of the World Series on Friday night, clinching a 6-3 win in 10 innings with a walk-off grand slam.
With the Dodgers trailing 3-2 in the bottom of the tenth, Freddie Freeman, the team’s first baseman, hit a clutch grand slam with two outs off Yankees lefty Nestor Cortes. The Yankees had intentionally walked Mookie Betts before Freeman’s at-bat to load the bases.
Despite struggling in the postseason due to ankle issues, Freeman came through at the perfect moment, bringing the Dodgers within three wins of their first championship since 2020. Following the game, he shared an emotional reaction in an on-field interview with FOX Sports’ Ken Rosenthal.
Per @MLBONFOX on social media:
“[My dad] has been there since I was a little boy, throwing batting practice to me every day. This isn’t my moment, it’s his moment.” @FreddieFreeman5 joins @Ken_Rosenthal after his walk-off grand slam in Game 1 for the @Dodgers!
Freeman also thanked the crowd for their support as his son battled health issues during the second half of the season. Having also won a World Series with the 2021 Atlanta Braves, Freeman is going for his second career title.
Game 2 of the series will be played on Saturday night in Los Angeles with first pitch coming at 8:08 p.m. ET. Right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto will pitch for LA against Carlos Rodon for the Yankees.
