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After Dodgers’ 5-4 Game 7 Win, Drake Becomes Meme Target as Class-Action Names Him

MLB outlets leaned into Kendrick Lamar memes as New Mexico plaintiffs seek restitution tied to Stake.us promotions.

Overview

  • The Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Toronto Blue Jays 5-4 in Game 7 at Rogers Centre to claim a second straight World Series title.
  • Drake attended the game cheering for the Blue Jays, and the result reignited the long-running online “Drake curse” jokes.
  • MLB on FOX posted a “THEY NOT LIKE US” graphic with Kendrick Lamar imagery, and the Dodgers’ official account echoed the theme with “THEY STILL NOT LIKE US.”
  • Coverage and brand posts referenced Drake’s past diss-track history, tying the rivalry narrative to the Dodgers’ repeat championship.
  • Separate reporting notes a New Mexico class-action naming Drake, Adin Ross, and Stake’s parent company over alleged deceptive promotion of Stake.us, with Stake vowing a vigorous defense, Ross denying wrongdoing, and Drake offering no public comment.