Addison Barger’s Costly “Bad Read” Ends Blue Jays’ Game 6 as Dodgers Force World Series Game 7

The Toronto Blue Jays were just moments away from forcing extra innings in Game 6 of the 2025 World Series — until one small mistake changed everything. Addison Barger misjudged a line drive, and that split-second bad read ended the game, giving the Los Angeles Dodgers a 3–1 win and forcing a decisive Game 7.

Barger admitted after the game that he didn’t expect the play to end like that. “I was pretty surprised he got to it,” Barger said after the loss. “Off the bat, I thought it was going over the shortstop’s head. I didn’t think it would travel that far. It was kinda a bad read.”

How It Happened: The Costly Double Play

With the Blue Jays trailing by two in the bottom of the ninth, Andres Gimenez hit a sharp line drive to left field. Barger, standing on second base, took off hoping to score or at least reach third. But Dodgers left fielder Enrique Hernandez made a stunning catch and quickly threw to second base to double Barger off, ending the game instantly.

The play shocked the packed Toronto crowd. The Blue Jays’ bench couldn’t believe it either. “I thought it was getting down 1,000 percent,” said Isiah Kiner-Falefa, shaking his head in disbelief.

Moments earlier, Barger had doubled off the left-center wall. The ball got stuck at the base of the wall, leading to a ground-rule double that sent Myles Straw to third base. The team seemed ready for a comeback — but the rally ended before it truly began.

Dodgers’ Defense Seals It

Dodgers’ second baseman Miguel Rojas made a slick catch on the throw from Hernandez to complete the double play. Blue Jays manager John Schneider said it was just one of those tough baseball moments. “It’s a tough read,” he explained. “[Hernandez] was playing shallow, and with one out, you’re thinking score. He made a really good play. It’s a wild way to finish, for sure.”

Looking Ahead to Game 7

Despite the heartbreaking loss, the Blue Jays locker room was filled with determination. “I don’t think anything can rattle this group,” Kiner-Falefa said. “Every time we lose a tough one, we bounce right back. Getting to play Game 7 at home — that’s a dream come true.”

The team already knows how to handle the pressure. About 10 days ago, they won another Game 7 against the Seattle Mariners to reach the World Series. Now, they’ll do it again — this time, for the championship.

Scherzer to Start, Yesavage Ready

Veteran pitcher Max Scherzer, 41, will start for Toronto in Game 7, with rookie Trey Yesavage ready in the bullpen after a strong Game 5 performance. The Jays know they’ll need to jump ahead early to keep momentum against a Dodgers team that never quits.

“If you told us back in spring training that we’d have a Game 7 chance at the World Series, every guy would sign up for it,” Kiner-Falefa said. “From last place last year to here now — it’s been wild.”

Blue Jays Focused on Redemption

After losing a long 18-inning Game 3 earlier in the series, Toronto bounced back strong to win Games 4 and 5. Players like Bo Bichette and Davis Schneider believe they can do it again. “I’ve dreamed about being the hero in Game 7 since I was a kid,” Schneider said with a grin. “Hopefully we’re up 15–0, but I’ll be ready if it’s close.”

Game 7 is set for Saturday night in Toronto. The Blue Jays are confident, hungry, and ready for redemption — a chance to turn their “bad read” heartbreak into a championship celebration.

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