The Los Angeles Dodgers have become back-to-back World Series champions after taking down the Toronto Blue Jays in a dramatic Game 7 that went to extra innings. Listeners witnessed a classic finish as Will Smith hit an 11th-inning go-ahead home run to seal a 5-4 victory for Los Angeles, according to both MLB and Sportsnet highlights. Yoshinobu Yamamoto played hero in relief, shutting the door on the Jays and earning World Series MVP honors by clinching the title on a game-ending double play. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. stood out for the Blue Jays, setting a new franchise record for postseason homers and keeping Toronto in contention until the final moments.

Awards season is well underway, with Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal capturing his second straight American League Cy Young Award. On the National League side, Paul Skenes of the Pirates was named the Cy Young winner in unanimous fashion, making headlines for his dominant first full MLB season.

Notable roster moves include the Cincinnati Reds claiming Dodgers catcher Ben Rortvedt off waivers and the Royals acquiring outfielder Kameron Misner from the Tampa Bay Rays. Dodgers infielder Tommy Edman is set for ankle surgery next week, an important note for LA’s offseason plans. Also, Chicago Cubs long-time starter Kyle Hendricks announced his retirement after 12 seasons, capping off a consistent and respected career.

Off the field, mega-agent Scott Boras is calling for the end of all prop bets in baseball following increased scrutiny over the impact of gambling on the game. In a legal development, Guardians pitcher Ortiz has pleaded not guilty to pitch rigging and is currently out on bail, while Major League Baseball continues to monitor the evolving situation.

Coaching and executive news includes Paul DePodesta’s surprise return to MLB with the Colorado Rockies after a stint in the NFL, hinting at a new direction for the struggling franchise. Meanwhile, the Padres have named veteran reliever Craig Stammen as their new manager, and the Braves have locked in a new bench coach in Tony Mansolino.

As the dust settles on the season, offseason storylines are heating up. The Cubs see major opportunities to add to their pitching staff, the Cardinals and Nolan Arenado are reportedly on the same page for a potential trade, and multiple teams are initiating early talks ahead of free agency and trade season.

Looking at league news, the Tampa Bay Rays confirmed they’ll return to Tropicana Field in 2026 after planned major repairs, ending speculation about the team’s short-term future.

The minor leagues and international baseball are quiet at this moment as all eyes in the professional game remain focused on post-World Series awards and the opening moves of the offseason. Coming up, fans can look forward to the MVP announcements and the full slate of MLB awards later tonight at the Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas.

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