Mookie Betts' Walk-Off Home Run Caps Emotional Comeback for Dodgers
After recovering from a severe illness, Betts delivered two home runs, including a dramatic 10th-inning walk-off, as the Dodgers celebrated their World Series rings and a 4-0 season start.
- Mookie Betts hit a three-run walk-off home run in the 10th inning to secure the Dodgers' 8-5 victory over the Tigers in their home opener.
- Betts, who lost nearly 20 pounds due to a severe stomach illness, returned to the lineup and delivered a standout performance despite still being underweight.
- The Dodgers celebrated their 2024 World Series championship with a ring ceremony before the game, adding emotional significance to the night.
- Betts also hit a go-ahead home run in the eighth inning, marking his first of the season and showcasing his resilience and skill.
- The Dodgers are off to a 4-0 start for the first time since 1981, a year they also won the World Series, highlighting their strong early-season form.