Los Angeles Celebrates Dodgers’ Second Consecutive World Series Victory
The streets of Los Angeles were filled with jubilant fans on Monday as the city celebrated the Dodgers’ back-to-back World Series championships. With a parade winding through downtown and a rally at Dodger Stadium, the team and its supporters are already setting their sights on a third consecutive title.
Fans cheer along the route during a parade in Los Angeles Monday to celebrate the L.A. Dodgers World Series win.
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During the festivities, the team reflected on its recent success and expressed ambitions for a historic third straight title. The Dodgers have already achieved something rare, as only the New York Yankees and Oakland A’s have accomplished three consecutive victories.
Kiké Hernández, a prominent outfielder, energized the crowd at Dodger Stadium by declaring, “We are a mother effing dynasty, baby. Everybody has been about a dynasty. How about three in six years? How about back-to-back?” The entire stadium, nearly filled to its 56,000-seat capacity, erupted in applause.
Star player Shohei Ohtani also shared his excitement, stating, “I am so happy to be part of this team. I’m ready to get another ring next year.” This was a rare instance of Ohtani speaking in English publicly.
Another standout figure, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, the series MVP, expressed his love for both the team and the city. “I love the Dodgers. I love Los Angeles,” he said, addressing the fans in English.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto #18 of the Los Angeles Dodgers (center) celebrates with teammates after defeating the Toronto Blue Jays 5-4 in game seven of the 2025 World Series at Rogers Center.
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The parade was a spectacle of blue as fans lined the streets, cheering on the players who traveled on double-decker buses. Enthusiastic supporters donned Dodger gear and carried signs, celebrating their team’s triumph.
“I’m feeling good. We won back-to-back and we just made history. I don’t know what to say right now,” expressed Charles Ryan, a devoted fan who eagerly awaited the players as they paraded along the 1.7-mile route.
The celebration offered a reprieve for a city that has faced numerous challenges this year, including devastating wildfires. Ahead of the festivities, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass remarked, “I will tell you this has been a tough year for Los Angeles, but (this) shows the grit and the spirit of our city.”
Following the parade, the rally at Dodger Stadium highlighted the team’s recent achievements, including a dramatic victory in Game Three of the World Series, which ended with a walk-off home run by Freddie Freeman. The game was an 18-inning marathon, tying the record for the longest World Series game.
As the event continued, rapper Ice Cube, a well-known Dodgers fan, made a memorable entrance in a vintage blue Chevy convertible, proudly displaying the World Series trophy.
The Dodgers’ success is partly attributed to their substantial payroll, which has allowed them to acquire top talent in the league. Manager Dave Roberts did not hesitate to express optimism about the team’s future, saying, “I talked to (former NBA coach) Pat Riley and he gave me the ok to use his phrase. What’s better than two? Three. Three-peat. Three-peat. Let’s go!”
Riley famously coined the term “three-peat” in 1987 when his Los Angeles Lakers secured three consecutive NBA titles, and the Dodgers now aspire to replicate this remarkable feat.
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts holds the World Series trophy during a parade to celebrate the baseball team’s World Series win on Monday, Nov. 3, 2025, in Los Angeles.
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The rally also featured a heartfelt moment when series hero Miguel Rojas addressed the crowd. Despite being a light-hitting infielder, Rojas hit a crucial home run in Game Seven, tying the game and enabling the Dodgers to win in extra innings. Rojas was the first player introduced at the rally, highlighting his unexpected but vital contribution to the team’s success.
People watch as fireworks explode in Los Angeles after the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 7 of baseball’s World Series Sat., Nov. 1, 2025.
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