Yoshinobu Yamamoto Shines in Dodgers' Game 2 Win

In a historic performance, Yoshinobu Yamamoto propelled the Los Angeles Dodgers to a significant 5-1 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 2 of the 2025 World Series, allowing the Dodgers to even the series at 1-1. It was a night to remember for Yamamoto, as he not only started the game but also closed it out, marking a rare complete game in postseason history.

Yamamoto's feat is particularly noteworthy; he becomes the first starter since 2001 to throw back-to-back complete games in the postseason, following an impressive outing in the NLCS. With 105 pitches – 73 strikes – he dominated the Blue Jays lineup, striking out eight while allowing only four hits and one run.

The action began early, with Will Smith putting the Dodgers on the board in the first inning with an RBI single. The Blue Jays fought back, tying the game in the third after Alejandro Kirk's sacrifice fly sent George Springer home. However, the momentum shifted dramatically in the seventh inning when the Dodgers chased starter Kevin Gausman from the game following back-to-back home runs from Smith and Max Muncy.

After an initially shaky first inning, where Yamamoto had to navigate through 23 pitches, he regained composure, allowing no further runs after the sacrifice fly. He needed only 82 pitches to secure the final eight innings, showcasing his dominance as he retired the side in the seventh and eighth innings.

In the eighth inning, the Dodgers expanded their lead, capitalizing on a wild pitch and a fielder's choice, adding two more runs to their total. Yamamoto returned to the mound in the ninth, effortlessly retiring three straight batters to seal the win.

With the series now tied, the Dodgers will look to carry this momentum back to Los Angeles as the World Series continues on Monday. Tyler Glasnow is scheduled to start Game 3, while Shohei Ohtani is set to return to the mound for Game 4 on Tuesday night.