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Dodgers Win 2025 World Series; Dean Joins Cubs

1/18/2026

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The Los Angeles Dodgers won the 2025 World Series, their second consecutive title.
Shohei Ohtani and Clayton Kershaw starred for the Dodgers in the victory.
In Game 6, Justin Dean signaled a lodged ball to prevent an inside-the-park homer.
Justin Dean was placed on waivers by the Dodgers before the Chicago Cubs claimed him.
Dean said he is excited to join the Cubs and pursue a permanent major-league spot.

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Story summary

The Los Angeles Dodgers won the 2025 World Series, their second consecutive title.
Shohei Ohtani and Clayton Kershaw starred for the Dodgers in the victory.
In Game 6, Justin Dean signaled a lodged ball to prevent an inside-the-park homer.
Justin Dean was placed on waivers by the Dodgers before the Chicago Cubs claimed him.
Dean said he is excited to join the Cubs and pursue a permanent major-league spot.