Who Won the 2024 World Series? Dodgers Defeat Yankees for Championship Victory

Who Won the World Series 2024?

The Los Angeles Dodgers won the 2024 World Series, beating the New York Yankees in Game 5. This final game, played at Yankee Stadium, ended with a score of 7-6, giving the Dodgers the championship title. Even though the Yankees had some of the best players, they couldn’t overcome their mistakes, which allowed the Dodgers to take advantage and win.

The Yankees’ Season: Strong Players, but Many Mistakes

Throughout the season, the Yankees were known for their superstar lineup, including big names like Aaron Judge and Juan Soto, who led their powerful offense. They also had ace pitcher Gerrit Cole and a solid bullpen that helped them win the American League (AL) Championship. However, the Yankees struggled with mistakes, such as errors on defense and poor baserunning, which often put them in tough spots.

Game 5: Where Things Went Wrong for the Yankees

In Game 5, the Yankees started strong, with Aaron Judge hitting a home run in the first inning to give them a 2-0 lead. Gerrit Cole pitched excellently for the first four innings, keeping the Dodgers from scoring or even getting a hit. But in the fifth inning, a series of mistakes by the Yankees changed the game.

Judge missed a catch that allowed the Dodgers to start building momentum. Soon after, Cole and first baseman Anthony Rizzo miscommunicated on a play, letting Dodgers player Mookie Betts get to first base. This opened up an opportunity for the Dodgers, and they took full advantage, tying the game and eventually taking the lead.

The End of the Yankees’ Season

Though the Yankees briefly regained the lead in the sixth inning, they couldn’t hold on. More mistakes in the eighth inning allowed the Dodgers to tie the game again and finally take the lead for good. The Yankees struggled to keep up, and the Dodgers’ strong lineup, including players like Betts and Freddie Freeman, helped seal the victory.

Dodgers Celebrate as Champions

The Dodgers’ win in Game 5 gave them the 2024 World Series title. By taking advantage of the Yankees’ mistakes and sticking to the basics, they proved to be the stronger team. Yankees’ manager Aaron Boone admitted that the loss was heartbreaking for his team, who had worked hard all season.

In the end, the Dodgers won because they played cleanly and consistently. Their victory is a reminder that even with big stars, a team needs good defense and teamwork to win it all. The 2024 season ended with the Dodgers as champions, proving that the fundamentals of baseball are key to victory.