Freddie Freeman made World Series history with a walk-off grand slam, securing a 6-3 victory for the Los Angeles Dodgers against the New York Yankees in Game 1. This marked the first ever walk-off grand slam in World Series history and came after Freeman played through a challenging season, including a significant ankle injury and personal family health issues. The Yankees' decision to intentionally walk Mookie Betts to face Freeman backfired spectacularly, and criticism was directed at Yankees manager Aaron Boone for his choice to bring in Nestor Cortes under high-pressure conditions despite Cortes' recent injury struggles. Freeman's heroics were praised by fans and media alike, highlighting his resilience and the emotional journey that led to this iconic moment. The Dodgers now lead the best-of-seven series 1-0, with Game 2 set to continue at Dodger Stadium.