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.