Trey Yesavage, the rookie pitcher for the Toronto Blue Jays, has quickly become a sensation and a hero in Toronto as he made history in the 2025 World Series. In Game 5 against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Yesavage struck out 12 batters—the most ever by a rookie in a World Series game—helping the Blue Jays secure a commanding 6-1 victory. This win puts Toronto just one step away from capturing their first World Series title since 1993, with the series now shifting back to Toronto for what could be the final game of the season.
Yesavage’s performance was highlighted by his devastating splitter, which baffled Dodgers hitters throughout the game. His historic feat was celebrated widely, including by his girlfriend, Taylor Frick, who shared her excitement on social media, expressing her joy and pride in his achievement.
Before the postseason, Yesavage had only pitched 13 innings in the major leagues. Despite his relative inexperience, he has been outstanding on the biggest stage. In the American League Division Series, he struck out 11 New York Yankees across 5.1 no-hit innings, demonstrating poise and skill beyond his years. Although he faced a setback in a regular-season game against the Seattle Mariners where he allowed five earned runs in four innings, he has since stabilized his performance, allowing only five runs over his last three starts while pitching 16.2 innings.
The Blue Jays set an aggressive tone early in Game 5. Davis Schneider immediately sent a message by hitting a home run on the very first pitch of the game. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. continued his postseason heroics by hitting his eighth home run of the playoffs, giving Toronto a 2-0 lead on the road in the high-stakes game at Dodger Stadium.
Yesavage’s only mistake came in the third inning when Enrique Hernandez capitalized on a splitter that was left too high in the strike zone. Hernandez blasted the ball over the left-field fence, briefly energizing the Dodgers’ home crowd. However, the Blue Jays quickly regained momentum. In the fourth inning, a misplay by Dodgers’ outfielder Teoscar Hernandez allowed Daulton Varsho to advance to third base. Ernie Clement then delivered a sacrifice fly to extend Toronto’s lead back to two runs.
As the game progressed, Toronto continued to add to their advantage. In the seventh inning, Addison Barger scored on a combination of a single and three wild pitches, while Bo Bichette drove in Andres Gimenez with a single, pushing the score to 5-1 in favor of the Blue Jays. Additional insurance came in the eighth inning when Isiah Kiner-Falefa singled, allowing Clement to score and make it a 6-1 game.
After Yesavage completed his strong outing, Blue Jays manager John Schneider turned to his bullpen, bringing in Seranthony Dominguez and closer Jeff Hoffman to close out the game and secure the victory.
The Dodgers, who are defending champions from last year’s World Series, now face a daunting challenge. With their backs against the wall, they must win the next two games to defend their title. Fortunately for them, they will have Yoshinobu Yamamoto on the mound for Game 6. Yamamoto has been a key figure for the Dodgers, delivering a complete game victory in Game 2 and providing much-needed leadership. He will face off against Toronto’s Kevin Gausman, who pitched well earlier in the series but gave up some solo home runs in Game 2.
Game 6 is scheduled for Halloween night at 8:08 p.m. ET in Toronto, where the Blue Jays will have the home crowd behind them as they attempt to clinch the championship.
The excitement surrounding this World Series has been palpable, with historic performances and dramatic moments capturing the attention of baseball fans everywhere. Trey Yesavage’s emergence as a postseason star is a particularly compelling storyline, showcasing how a young rookie can rise to the occasion and make a lasting impact on baseball’s biggest stage.
As the series heads back to Toronto, all eyes will be on Yesavage and the Blue Jays as they aim to bring a long-awaited championship back to their city. Meanwhile, the Dodgers will be fighting to extend the series and defend their title, setting the stage for an intense and thrilling conclusion to the 2025 World Series.
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