Dodgers still the evil American mercenaries Toronto loves to hate

Dodgers still the evil American mercenaries Toronto loves to hate

Los Angeles Times sports

Key Points:

  • The Dodgers dominated the Blue Jays 14-2 in Toronto, showcasing their back-to-back World Series champion form with five home runs and scoring in nearly every inning despite missing key players Mookie Betts and Will Smith.
  • Toronto fans booed several Dodgers players, including Shohei Ohtani and Kyle Tucker, who declined lucrative contracts from the Blue Jays to join Los Angeles, reflecting lingering resentment from last year's World Series loss.
  • The Blue Jays are struggling early in the season with injuries to key pitchers and position players, contributing to their 4-6 start and a lopsided defeat against the defending champions.
  • Dodgers pitcher Justin Wrobleski acknowledged the hostile reception but appreciated the passionate fanbase, while Dodgers manager Dave Roberts downplayed the game's significance, emphasizing that true pressure comes in October.
  • Despite the loss, the Blue Jays remain hopeful for a strong season ahead, offering affordable concessions like 77-cent hot dogs to attract fans as they work through early challenges.

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