On a sun-drenched November 3rd, the heart of Los Angeles turned into a sea of blue and white as Dodgers fans filled the streets to celebrate the team's second consecutive World Series triumph. As confetti rained down, the excitement was palpable with fans cheering on their champions parading atop double-decker buses through the city.
Coming off a nail-biting Game Seven win against the Toronto Blue Jays, the Dodgers' victory marks them as the first Major League Baseball team to win back-to-back titles since the Yankees' late '90s dynasty. "This group of guys right now was never going to be denied to bring this city another championship," said Dodgers manager Dave Roberts to an enthusiastic crowd at Dodger Stadium post-parade.
Among the parade highlights was Shohei Ohtani, the Japanese phenomenon who took the mound in the decisive game. Ohtani thrilled fans by hinting at a possible 'three-peat'. "You guys are the greatest fans in the world," he declared in English, sparking dreams of another championship. "I'm ready to get another ring next year. Let's do it!"
“You guys are the greatest fans in the world," Ohtani said. "I'm ready to get another ring next year. Let's do it!”
The celebration also doubled as a heartfelt farewell to retiring Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw, who expressed deep gratitude to fans, describing the cheering crowds as a "perfect way to be done" after 18 seasons with the team.
The parade wasn't just about baseball – it was a full-on LA party! Ice Cube and DJ Mustard lit up Dodger Stadium with music that had the crowd bouncing. Mustard's beats, including "California Love" and "Not Like Us" by Kendrick Lamar, made the stadium pulse with SoCal energy.
Actor Anthony Anderson added to the mix, catching the vibe perfectly by exclaiming, "They still not like us!" Meanwhile, fans like Jason White and Tom Hirota spoke of the World Series rollercoaster and the pride brought by standout performances of Japanese stars Ohtani and MVP Yoshinobu Yamamoto.
In a city known for its glamour and grit, the Dodgers’ parade was a reminder of LA's unyielding spirit and passion for its teams. With whispers of a three-peat echoing through the streets, the city is already buzzing for next year.