Freeman's grand slam leads Dodgers past Yanks in Game 1
- The Yankees initially took a 2-1 lead in the sixth inning of the postseason game played on October 26, 2024.
- Key errors late in the game allowed the Dodgers to tie the score and create scoring opportunities.
- The game ended with Freddie Freeman hitting a decisive grand slam in the tenth inning, sealing the Yankees' loss.
In the postseason game held in the United States, the Yankees faced the Dodgers in a thrilling contest. The Yankees took an early lead in the sixth inning when Giancarlo Stanton hit a two-run homer, pushing the score to 2-1 in their favor. However, critical errors and misplays began to unravel their lead. Gleyber Torres' error in the eighth inning allowed Shohei Ohtani to advance and later score, tying the game. Despite a strong performance from Gerrit Cole, who retired 11 batters in a row at one point, the Yankees struggled to maintain their advantage. The Dodgers mounted a comeback in the last inning, capitalizing on the Yankees’ mistakes and eventually taking the lead with a tie-breaking grand slam from Freddie Freeman in the tenth inning. This game was a testament to the intensity of the postseason battle, highlighting the nerve-wracking moments of playoff baseball where a single mistake can pivot the outcome of the game dramatically.