UPDATE: The Toronto Blue Jays have just stunned the Los Angeles Dodgers with a commanding 6-2 victory in Game 4 of the World Series, leveling the series at 2-2. This urgent win comes just 17 hours after a grueling 18-inning Game 3, leaving both teams feeling the effects on Tuesday evening.
The Blue Jays, facing desperation to save their season, capitalized on a shaky Dodgers bullpen. A go-ahead two-run homer by Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and a four-run rally in the seventh inning turned the tide, shifting the momentum firmly back to Toronto. This victory ensures the Blue Jays will return home for Game 6 on Friday night.
Dodgers’ ace Shohei Ohtani endured an uphill battle after an exhausting previous game. Although he struck out six batters, Ohtani’s performance was hampered by fatigue, hitting a top speed of only 99 mph and allowing Guerrero to turn a critical mistake into a game-changing home run. By the seventh inning, Ohtani exited after allowing a leadoff single and double, setting the stage for a disastrous bullpen meltdown.
The Dodgers’ bullpen, already reeling, could not contain the Blue Jays’ resurgence. Anthony Banda and Blake Treinen combined to surrender four runs, as the Blue Jays capitalized on every opportunity, leaving the Dodgers to grapple with a daunting five-run deficit.
Despite the loss, the Dodgers still hold a starting pitching advantage, with Blake Snell set to start Game 5. However, the pressure is now squarely on their shoulders. A slip-up could lead to a Game 7 showdown in Toronto, where Tyler Glasnow would face a raucous home crowd.
The Dodgers’ offense continues to struggle, finishing with only two runs in their last 21 innings. Mookie Betts remains in a significant slump, batting just .147 over the last eight games, while Ohtani went hitless in three at-bats. With runners on base in seven different innings, the Dodgers could only manage two runs total—one from a sacrifice fly by Kike Hernández.
Fans at Dodger Stadium are left in shock as the team fails to clinch a championship on home turf. This series has turned into a fierce contest, and with the stakes higher than ever, the pressure mounts on the Dodgers to reclaim control.
As the World Series heads into Game 5, all eyes will be on the Dodgers to see if they can bounce back and regain their footing. The urgency of the situation is palpable, making every moment critical as the teams battle for ultimate glory.
