Freddie Freeman Hits Walk-Off Grand Slam in World Series

Freddie Freeman made history by hitting the first walk-off grand slam in World Series history during Game 1, leading the Los Angeles Dodgers to a dramatic 6-3 victory over the New York Yankees in 10 innings. Despite battling a badly sprained ankle, Freeman blasted a home run on the first pitch he faced from Nestor Cortes, igniting a frenzy among the sellout crowd at Dodger Stadium. This victory marked the Dodgers' third consecutive World Series opener to go into extra innings, as the Yankees initially took a lead in the 10th inning with a fielder's choice by Anthony Volpe. Giancarlo Stanton's earlier two-run homer had given the Yankees some momentum, but the Dodgers capitalized on defensive errors by New York late in the game. The match showcased a strong pitching duel between Jack Flaherty and Gerrit Cole, with the latter ultimately yielding to the Dodgers' late-game heroics. With this win, the Dodgers take a 1-0 lead in the series, reaffirming Freeman's integral role in the team's success.