Los Angeles dodgers are world series champions beating the Yankees

The Los Angeles Dodgers clinched their latest World Series title in 2024, marking their eighth championship win and a thrilling victory over the New York Yankees. The decisive Game 5 ended in a tight 7-6 score, allowing the Dodgers to secure the series and tie their championship count with the San Francisco Giants. The Dodgers and Yankees have a storied rivalry, having met numerous times in the World Series, but this year's win added to Los Angeles’ legacy and highlighted their recent successes under manager Dave Roberts. In 2024, the Dodgers were particularly formidable, backed by standout players like Shohei Ohtani, who made a major impact as a hitter, and pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto. The team boasted the best record in the league, winning the National League West division for the third consecutive year and proving dominant in both the NLDS and NLCS to reach the championship. This victory cements the Dodgers as one of MLB’s historic franchises, bringing them closer to the top of the all-time championship leaderboard.