Yoshinobu Yamamoto was the World Series MVP in 2025, pitching prominently for the Los Angeles Dodgers to clinch the title in a dramatic Game 7 vs. the Toronto Blue Jays.
Key notes:
- Yamamoto delivered standout performances across the series, including a complete-game-style effort in the early series and a crucial relief appearance in the decisive Game 7.
- He became the second Japanese-born player to win the World Series MVP, following Hideki Matsui (2009).
- The Dodgers won the 2025 World Series, securing their second straight championship with multiple clutch moments from Yamamoto.
If you’d like, I can summarize his Game 7 performance or provide a short timeline of his series starts and key outs.
