Dodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto Wins World Series MVP with Record Postseason Performance

Yoshinobu Yamamoto was instrumental in the Los Angeles Dodgers' 2025 World Series victory, earning MVP honors for his historic pitching performances throughout the postseason. He won all three of his starts in the World Series, pitching 17.2 innings with only two runs allowed, including two consecutive complete games—a feat not seen since 2001. In Game 7, despite limited rest and initial doubts about his effectiveness, Yamamoto came out of the bullpen to secure the final outs in extra innings, demonstrating remarkable resilience and earning praise from Dodgers manager Dave Roberts for his flawless technique and unwavering will. Yamamoto also showed sportsmanship by tipping his cap to opposing player Vladimir Guerrero Jr., a gesture widely admired by fans and commentators. His postseason achievements include tying the record for wins in a single postseason with five and pitching the most innings in the playoffs since 2014. Overall, his performances have cemented his legacy as one of the most gutsy and efficient pitchers in recent baseball history.