By Harshit | November 4, 2025 | Los Angeles | 8:45 AM EDT
LOS ANGELES — The heart of Los Angeles turned into a river of blue and white on Monday morning as tens of thousands of Dodgers fans flooded the streets to celebrate the team’s second consecutive World Series championship.
The city’s downtown came to a standstill as the celebratory parade rolled through, led by the jubilant players hoisting the Commissioner’s Trophy atop double-decker buses. Fans—many draped in Dodger blue and waving team flags—lined the streets for miles, cheering and chanting as their heroes passed by.
Early Morning Excitement
Some fans arrived before dawn to secure the best viewing spots. Alejandro Alba and his 8-year-old son Jayen were among the earliest to arrive, camping out at 4 a.m. to catch a glimpse of their favorite players.
“Last year I missed it because of work, and I promised my son I’d bring him this time,” Alba said, grinning as he waved a Dodgers flag. “I told my boss, ‘I’m not missing this one.’ It’s once in a lifetime.”
Families, longtime supporters, and even first-time parade-goers filled the sidewalks, creating a carnival-like atmosphere that embodied the city’s deep connection to its baseball team.
A Superfan’s Tribute
Among the crowd was a well-known Dodger superfan who goes by Blue Foo. He wore a self-designed jacket inspired by the Toronto Blue Jays’ celebratory home-run blazer—except his version was adorned with patches marking every Dodgers World Series win.
“This one feels special,” he said. “The way we came back in Game 7—down to our last two outs—it shows the heart of this team.”
The Dramatic Game 7 Comeback
Saturday night’s decisive Game 7 in Toronto will be remembered as one of the greatest moments in Dodgers history. Down 4–3 in the ninth inning, shortstop Miguel Rojas hit a solo home run to tie the game. Two innings later, Will Smith launched a go-ahead homer that silenced the Rogers Centre crowd and gave the Dodgers their first lead of the game.
Pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto, who earned his third win of the series, sealed the victory with a game-ending double play in the bottom of the 11th inning. The Dodgers’ 5–4 triumph completed one of the most thrilling World Series finishes in recent memory.
“That was a tough series,” Blue Foo reflected. “We respect the Blue Jays, but the better team won. We earned this.”
A City Rejuvenated
For many in Los Angeles, the championship served as a morale boost in a year marked by challenges, including controversial ICE enforcement operations earlier this summer. The Dodgers’ win brought joy and unity to a city that badly needed both.
“It’s more than just baseball,” said lifelong fan Marisol Gutierrez. “It’s about family, about hope, about proving that no matter what happens, LA always rises.”
The Celebration at Dodger Stadium
Following the parade, the festivities continued at Dodger Stadium, where more than 52,000 fans packed the stands to celebrate with the team.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts took the microphone to thunderous applause. He shared that he had spoken with former Lakers coach Pat Riley on the flight home, who famously coined the term “three-peat.”
“What’s better than two?” Roberts shouted to the roaring crowd. “Three! Let’s go get that three-peat!”
Players Reflect on Dynasty Status
Two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani, who rarely addresses the crowd without an interpreter, surprised fans by speaking in English.
“You guys are the greatest fans in the world,” Ohtani said. “I’m ready to get another ring next year.”
Veteran Kiké Hernández, now a three-time World Series champion with the Dodgers, didn’t mince words when describing the team’s place in baseball history.
“People keep asking about a dynasty,” Hernández declared. “How about three in six years? Back-to-back! We’re a mother-effing dynasty, baby!”
Looking Ahead
The Dodgers’ mix of star power, depth, and chemistry has oddsmakers already placing them as the favorites to win the 2026 World Series.
For fans like Alba and his son, that means the celebration might just become an annual tradition.
“If they win again,” Alba said, smiling, “we’ll be here at 3 a.m. next time.”