Key Highlights
- The Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Toronto Blue Jays 5-1 in Game 2 of the World Series.
- Yoshinobu Yamamoto pitched a complete game for the Dodgers, marking the first Fall Classic complete game since 2015.
- This is the first time since 2001 that a pitcher has logged two consecutive postseason complete games in back-to-back playoff starts.
- The victory ties the series at one game apiece as it shifts to Los Angeles for Game 3 on Monday, October 28, 2025.
Yamamoto’s Perfect Performance Secures a Key Win in World Series Game 2
The Los Angeles Dodgers secured an important victory over the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 2 of the World Series on Saturday, October 25, 2025. The game ended with a final score of 5-1 in favor of the Dodgers.
Key to this success was the outstanding performance by Yoshinobu Yamamoto, who pitched the first complete game in the Fall Classic since Johnny Cueto’s gem for the Kansas City Royals in 2015. Yamamoto went nine innings, scattering four hits and striking out eight batters without walking any.
Yamamoto’s In-Game Strategy
The game saw a tight battle between the Dodgers’ and Blue Jays’ starting pitchers. Yamamoto emerged from the dugout with an early challenge but managed to settle down, retiring 20 consecutive batters after the third inning. He finished the game by inducing a popup on his 105th pitch.
“I racked up a pitch count early on,” said Yamamoto in an interview. “I took it one inning by one inning. … I wanted to relax, but it’s the World Series.”
Impact on the Series and Future Games
The Dodgers’ win not only tied the series at 1-1 but also showcased their resilience as a team, particularly in relying on their starting pitchers when needed. This victory comes after a bullpen meltdown in Game 1 that highlighted the team’s need for strong starts.
With the series shifting to Los Angeles for Monday’s Game 3, expectations are high for both teams, but especially for the Dodgers who now have back-to-back complete-game performances under their belts. The Blue Jays, on the other hand, will be looking to bounce back after a tough loss and a quiet watch party in downtown Toronto.
“The guy sitting behind home plate wearing a Blue Jays cap and a shirt saying ‘I bet on us, you?’ didn’t have a great night,” quipped Michael Charles from The Athletic. This sentiment echoed the frustration felt by many Blue Jays fans who left the watch party disappointed.
Expert Analysis and Future Implications
The revival of complete-game performances in the World Series has significant implications for baseball strategy. It challenges teams to balance their reliance on bullpens with the value of a strong starting pitcher. While Yamamoto’s performance stands out, it also raises questions about how other teams might adapt their strategies.
“What a feat in this era of baseball Yoshinobu Yamamoto has thrown back-to-back complete games,” noted Stephen J.
Nesbitt from MLB. “That’s bananas.”
The World Series continues to unfold with crucial decisions ahead, including the use of relievers and starters. The next game on Monday will be watched closely by fans worldwide, eager to see how this unique series develops.
