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Blue Jays Fans Jeer Ohtani Amid Dodgers' Loss

10/26/2025

Summary

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Toronto Blue Jays fans chanted "We don't need you!" during Game 1 of the World Series as Shohei Ohtani batted in the ninth inning, reacting to his 2023 decision to sign with the Los Angeles Dodgers instead of the Blue Jays.
Despite the fans' jeers, Ohtani hit a two-run homer in the seventh inning, contributing to the Dodgers' 11-4 loss.
Blue Jays pitcher Chris Bassitt warned fans that provoking Ohtani could backfire.
The Blue Jays' sixth inning featured a pinch-hit grand slam by Addison Barger.
Game 2 is scheduled for Saturday.

History

Historical Context

The Toronto Blue Jays made history in 1992 by becoming the first Canadian team to win the World Series, defeating the Atlanta Braves in six games. Led by Joe Carter, who hit a dramatic walk-off home run, the Blue Jays scored 45 runs throughout the series, the highest for a winning team. This victory marked a significant moment in Canadian sports history, as it was the last championship won by a Canadian team until the Toronto Raptors in 2019.

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Story summary

Toronto Blue Jays fans chanted "We don't need you!" during Game 1 of the World Series as Shohei Ohtani batted in the ninth inning, reacting to his 2023 decision to sign with the Los Angeles Dodgers instead of the Blue Jays.
Despite the fans' jeers, Ohtani hit a two-run homer in the seventh inning, contributing to the Dodgers' 11-4 loss.
Blue Jays pitcher Chris Bassitt warned fans that provoking Ohtani could backfire.
The Blue Jays' sixth inning featured a pinch-hit grand slam by Addison Barger.
Game 2 is scheduled for Saturday.

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