"I just felt that, for all the storybook narratives, all that stuff - we're trying to win the World Series, and I'm going to go with people that I feel can handle the moment. And part of the moment is potentially failing. And I understand what it would have looked like for me to make that decision for Clayton, this being his last year, all that stuff. But it's like, I'm still not going to run from potential failure."
Manager Dave Roberts planned to bring Clayton Kershaw in to face lefty Daulton Varsho in Game 7 of the World Series, potentially allowing the Dodgers legend to end his career on the mound. With one out remaining, Alejandro Kirk stepped to the plate as Yamamoto's final batter. Kirk hit a grounder that resulted in a historic double play, with Mookie Betts fielding the ball, tagging second base, and throwing to Freddie Freeman at first. This prevented Kershaw from entering the game. Roberts explained his decision was based on Kershaw's ability to handle high-pressure moments, prioritizing winning the championship over narrative considerations, despite understanding the historical significance of the situation.
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