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Turner Defends Kiner-Falefa Amid Dodgers' World Series Win

11/5/2025

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Justin Turner, a former Dodgers player, addressed Isiah Kiner-Falefa's baserunning in the World Series against the Toronto Blue Jays.
Turner said on X that Kiner-Falefa's lead was appropriate, noting a line drive double play has more momentum than a force out.
He defended Kiner-Falefa, saying he followed traditional base running philosophy.
Turner added the play should not overshadow the historic matchup, as the Dodgers won the World Series.

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Justin Turner, a former Dodgers player, addressed Isiah Kiner-Falefa's baserunning in the World Series against the Toronto Blue Jays.
Turner said on X that Kiner-Falefa's lead was appropriate, noting a line drive double play has more momentum than a force out.
He defended Kiner-Falefa, saying he followed traditional base running philosophy.
Turner added the play should not overshadow the historic matchup, as the Dodgers won the World Series.