Trey Yesavage set a World Series rookie record with 12 strikeouts, leading the Toronto Blue Jays to a 6-1 victory over the Dodgers in Game 5, giving the Blue Jays a 3-2 series lead and a chance to win their first championship since 1993.
The Red Sox lost to the Kansas City Royals 7-3, with Dustin May struggling in his debut and setting a franchise record by hitting five batters with pitches, while other notable moments included Roman Anthony nearly hitting a homer and defensive miscues. The team now trails in the AL East and prepares for a tough road trip.
Former Michigan pitcher Rich Hill, at 45 years old, is expected to be called up by the Kansas City Royals, potentially tying the MLB record by playing for his 14th team, and could become the oldest active player in MLB.