Dodgers Celebrate 2024 Title with Home Opener Victory Over Tigers

The reigning champions honored their World Series win with elaborate ceremonies and a 5-4 win featuring Shohei Ohtani's decisive home run.

The Dodgers marked their 2024 World Series championship with pregame festivities, including a trophy presentation by Ice Cube and a ceremonial first pitch by Kirk Gibson to Freddie Freeman.
A new championship banner and plaque were unveiled at Dodger Stadium, accompanied by a flyover of F-15 and F-35 fighter jets after the national anthem.
Players wore special gold-accented jerseys to commemorate their title, and the festivities included fireworks, smoke effects, and a blue carpet player introduction.
The Dodgers secured a 5-4 victory over the Detroit Tigers in their home opener, highlighted by Shohei Ohtani's game-winning home run in the seventh inning.
Despite minor health concerns among players like Kiké Hernández and Mookie Betts, the team remains focused on defending their title and aiming for MLB's first repeat championship in 25 years.