There was more than a degree of shock at the conclusion of Game 1 of the World Series when the Toronto Blue Jays exploded for 9 runs in the bottom of the sixth inning and defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 11-4. The Dodgers had been playing their best baseball of the year during the three rounds of the National League playoffs and they are heavy favorites to defeat the American League champions in the Fall Classic.

The Dodgers have a trio of superstars in Shohei Ohtani , Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman, and the rest of manager Dave Roberts ' lineup have been competitive and productive throughout the postseason. In addition to their offensive capabilities, the Dodgers starting pitching staff is healthier and stronger than it has been at any point in the season.

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