Overview
- Will Smith’s home run in the 11th inning sealed the Los Angeles Dodgers’ World Series win over the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 7.
- Fans at Rogers Centre left in tears and bars across the country fell silent as celebrations quickly gave way to heartbreak.
- Prime Minister Mark Carney, Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow and Ontario Premier Doug Ford praised the Blue Jays for a courageous season that made Canadians proud.
- Toronto’s postseason surge featured upset wins over the Yankees, 3–1, and a comeback against the Mariners, 4–3, to reach the World Series.
- Players underscored their tight-knit bond after the loss, with Ernie Clement publicly backing pitcher Jeff Hoffman as teammates emphasized their support for one another.