Dodgers win World Series, ending 32-year drought

The Los Angeles Dodgers have won their first World Series since 1988, beating the Tampa Bay Rays 3-1 in game six to end the pandemic-shortened MLB season.

Mookie Betts streaked home with the go-ahead run and later homered for good measure in the decisive victory, taking advantage of a hotly debated Tampa Bay move to take out their starting pitcher in the sixth inning.

The Dodgers posted the best record in the majors during this pandemic-shortened season, then rallied in the final game to claim a most elusive crown.

Tampa Bay starter Blake Snell struck out nine and seemed to be in complete control with a 1-0 lead when manager Kevin Cash pulled him with one out and a runner on first in the sixth inning. The Dodgers pounced quickly, and Betts soon dashed home from third base on Corey Seager's infield grounder for a 2-1 edge.