After being knocked off their perch in Game 1 of the 2025 World Series, the Los Angeles Dodgers now face a crucial challenge in their bid to even the series against the Toronto Blue Jays. The Dodgers fell 11–4 in the opener, surrendering a stunning nine-run sixth inning that shifted all momentum toward Toronto.

Following the defeat, manager Dave Roberts made it clear that his team must respond with smarter, more situational hitting and a sharper overall approach at the plate.

“There were some pivotal at-bats that can flip games that I think we can be better at,” Roberts said after the game. “At times the offense looks great building innings, but in some key at-bats you have to win pitches and use the other side of the field, get a hit, take a walk, whatever it might be. We can be better.

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