Blue Jays Runner Called Out at Plate in Game 7

In a pivotal Game 7 of the 2025 World Series, the Blue Jays’ Isiah Kiner-Falefa was thrown out at home by Dodgers catcher Will Smith, a moment that sparked extensive debate over its outcome. A recent MLB report clarified that Kiner-Falefa was out by three feet when the ball hit Smith’s glove, contradicting widespread belief that the play was determined by inches. Despite the controversy, Smith later contributed to the Dodgers’ victory with a home run in the 11th inning, securing their second consecutive championship. Blue Jays manager John Schneider lamented the moment, acknowledging it will haunt him forever.

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