In a dramatic conclusion to the 2024 Major League Baseball season, the Los Angeles Dodgers clinched their eighth World Series title by defeating the New York Yankees 7–6 in Game 5 at Yankee Stadium. This victory marked the Dodgers’ second championship in five years and underscored their resilience and determination throughout the series.The Guardian+1The Guardian+1FOX Sports+2Sky Sports+2Le Monde.fr+2
The Yankees started Game 5 with a commanding performance, quickly establishing a 5–0 lead by the third inning. Aaron Judge and Jazz Chisholm Jr. hit back-to-back home runs in the first inning, igniting the home crowd. Alex Verdugo’s RBI single in the second and Giancarlo Stanton’s solo homer in the third further extended their lead. The Yankees’ offense appeared unstoppable, and the team seemed poised to force a Game 6.NBC Sports+6The Guardian+6FOX Sports+6
However, the momentum shifted dramatically in the fifth inning. The Dodgers capitalized on a series of defensive errors by the Yankees. Aaron Judge misplayed a routine fly ball, Anthony Volpe made an errant throw, and pitcher Gerrit Cole failed to cover first base on a grounder. These miscues allowed the Dodgers to score five unearned runs, tying the game at 5–5. Freddie Freeman’s two-run single was instrumental in this rally.New York Post+6ESPN+6Sky Sports+6FOX Sports+3Le Monde.fr+3Sky Sports+3
The Yankees briefly regained the lead in the sixth inning with Stanton’s sacrifice fly, making it 6–5. But in the eighth inning, the Dodgers responded. Gavin Lux and Mookie Betts each hit sacrifice flies, pushing the Dodgers ahead 7–6. Blake Treinen and Walker Buehler then combined to shut down the Yankees’ offense in the final innings, securing the championship for Los Angeles.New York Post+14Le Monde.fr+14Sky Sports+14The Guardian+2Wikipedia+2FOX Sports+2
Freddie Freeman’s performance throughout the series earned him the World Series MVP award. He tied the World Series record with 12 RBIs and became the first player to hit home runs in the first four games of a World Series. His leadership and clutch hitting were pivotal to the Dodgers’ success.Sky Sports+5Wikipedia+5The Washington Post+5
The Yankees’ loss was marked by critical defensive lapses and missed opportunities. Despite their powerful lineup and strong start in Game 5, their inability to maintain composure under pressure proved costly. This defeat extended their World Series title drought, with their last championship coming in 2009.
The Dodgers’ victory was a testament to their depth, resilience, and ability to capitalize on opponents’ mistakes. Their comeback in Game 5 will be remembered as one of the most remarkable in World Series history, highlighting the unpredictable and thrilling nature of baseball.
