Dodgers Win Third Straight World Series With Dramatic Game 7 Walk-Off

The Los Angeles Dodgers made history by winning back-to-back World Series titles, becoming the first franchise this century to accomplish this feat, and are now favored to win a rare three-peat in 2026. Key moments in their latest victory included an 11th-inning walk-off home run by Will Smith and a ninth-inning tying homer by Miguel Rojas in a dramatic Game 7 against the Toronto Blue Jays, who had led late in the game. This championship run was driven by a star-studded lineup featuring Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts, and Freddie Freeman, with pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto earning World Series MVP honors. Sportsbooks, including BetOnline.ag, ESPN BET, and DraftKings, list the Dodgers as the clear favorites for the 2026 title, with odds around +350 to +375, well ahead of contenders like the New York Yankees, Philadelphia Phillies, and Houston Astros. Analysts praise the Dodgers' deep talent and pitching staff, keeping them perennial favorites in the MLB landscape. The Blue Jays, despite losing, significantly improved their odds for 2026, reflecting their strong performance in the series.