Dodgers Win Game 1 with Freeman's Historic Slam

The Los Angeles Dodgers claimed a historic victory over the New York Yankees in Game 1 of the 2024 World Series with a 6-3 win, highlighted by Freddie Freeman's walk-off grand slam, the first in World Series history. Despite being down 3-2 in the bottom of the 10th inning, the Dodgers capitalized on Yankees pitcher Nestor Cortes's entry, who had not pitched in a month due to injury. The Dodgers' ability to put the ball in play consistently throughout the game, avoiding strikeouts in their last 25 plate appearances, was key to their success. In Game 2, the Yankees evened the series with a 7-4 victory, thanks to Juan Soto's three-run homer, setting the stage for a competitive series. The series now moves to Yankee Stadium for the next three games, with both teams eager to gain the upper hand. As the series progresses, the Yankees will need to make more strategic decisions to overcome the Dodgers' momentum.