The Los Angeles Dodgers unveiled their 26-man roster for the World Series match-up against the Toronto Blue Jays, highlighting key players and notable absences. Among the omissions are pitcher Alex Vesia, Tanner Scott, and Ben Casparius. Scott, who has been sidelined since the National League Division Series due to a lower body abscess excision, had hoped to make a return for the World Series, but it appears he hasn’t obtained medical clearance. Meanwhile, Vesia is currently away from the team as he and his wife, Kayla, deal with a personal family issue.
The Dodgers have announced their starting rotation for the series, with Blake Snell set to take the mound for Game 1 against Blue Jays rookie Trey Yesavage. In Game 2, Los Angeles will rely on Yoshinobu Yamamoto, facing Toronto’s right-hander Kevin Gausman.
As they progress through the series, Tyler Glasnow and Shohei Ohtani are anticipated to start Games 3 and 4 for Los Angeles, while Toronto has Shane Bieber and former Dodger Max Scherzer in the mix for those respective games. However, the specific matchups remain flexible and are likely to evolve, reflecting the strategic maneuvering that teams typically leverage during high-stakes postseason play.
With the World Series set to begin, both teams are preparing for an exhilarating face-off that promises thrilling moments and showcases some of the brightest talents in baseball. Fans from both sides are eagerly anticipating a competitive series.