Dodgers crowned World Series champs, celebrations spark chaos

The Los Angeles Dodgers are World Series champions again after a dramatic 5-4 win over the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 7.

Will Smith hit the decisive home run in the 11th inning at Rogers Centre, sealing back-to-back titles for the first time in 25 years.

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THE @DODGERS TAKE THE LEAD pic.twitter.com/7C3nsybc7M

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The Dodgers had trailed 3-0 after Bo Bichette’s early blast but rallied through solo homers from Max Muncy and Miguel Rojas.

Smith’s second of the series broke the deadlock before Alejandro Kirk grounded into a double play to end it.

As the players celebrated in Toronto, chaos unfolded back home.

Within minutes of the final out, fireworks exploded across downtown Los Angeles and crowds poured into the streets.

The LAPD issued a tactical alert around 5:45 p.m. and began preparing for large celebrations and potential unrest.

Dispersal orders followed soon after. Police moved in on crowds near Figueroa Street and LA Live, then later at Sunset and Echo Park.

The Los Angeles Dodgers are back-to-back World Series champions — celebrations erupted across the city with fireworks, fans flooding the streets, and police moving in to control crowds near Dodger Stadium. #ProtectTheWorld #LosAngeles #Dodgers pic.twitter.com/v2mXaab43w

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Officers said industrial-size fireworks were launched into a crowd that included police, prompting authorization to use less-than-lethal rounds.

Dodgers World Series celebrations spark chaos

By 10:50 p.m., a group had surrounded and vandalized an autonomous vehicle near 9th Street and Grand Avenue.

At least two separate street takeovers were reported, one in Echo Park and another in Pacoima.

Videos showed fans climbing cars, blocking intersections, and lighting fireworks as helicopters circled overhead.

Sunday’s chaotic scenes come just 12 months after a Dodgers fan blew his hand off celebrating.

Dodgers Fan Blew Up His Hand Trying To Light Fireworks 😳 pic.twitter.com/ZO8Ixx8KfW

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Police urged crowds to disperse while patrol cars moved in to clear key areas. No major injuries were reported, though several arrests are expected.

Elsewhere, fans celebrated peacefully. Blue flags waved from car windows, horns echoed through downtown, and chants of “Let’s go Dodgers” filled the night.

The win gave Los Angeles its ninth World Series title and third under manager Dave Roberts.

Shohei Ohtani started Game 7 but was pulled in the third inning after conceding Bichette’s home run. Under MLB’s “Ohtani Rule,” he stayed in the game as designated hitter.

The Dodgers became the first repeat champions since the New York Yankees’ run from 1998 to 2000.

Yoshinobu Yamamoto earned another win in relief and was named the World Series MVP.

The victory ended a tense seven-game battle that saw tempers flare, benches clear, and momentum swing wildly between the two clubs.

Half-naked Dodgers fan covered in blue paint flees riot police as LA descends into chaos after World Series win pic.twitter.com/ISnDysDzBm

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City officials said cleanup crews worked through the night to clear debris and damaged vehicles.

A championship parade is expected later this week, with authorities asking fans to celebrate responsibly after a night that mixed triumph with turmoil.