### Dodgers Triumph Over Yankees in World Series Rematch Despite Betts' Absence

In a nail-biting turn of events, the Los Angeles Dodgers emerged victorious against the New York Yankees with an 8-5 win on Friday night. This remarkable win in the 2024 World Series rematch was delivered despite the absence of their star player, Mookie Betts, who was sidelined due to a toe injury.

Earlier in the evening, it was disclosed that Betts had sustained the injury in an unexpected incident at his home. An unfortunate encounter with a piece of furniture during a late-night trip to the bathroom led to a stubbed toe. Subsequent X-rays, as reported by ESPN, confirmed the injury as a fracture. Betts later explained to Dylan Hernández of the Los Angeles Times that the injury happened when he banged his toe against the wall in the dark. Despite the setback, Betts assured fans that it is a pain tolerance issue, and he expects a swift return to the field.

This incident marks the second bathroom-related injury for the Dodgers this season. Earlier in the year, Freddie Freeman, the reigning World Series MVP, sustained an ankle injury after slipping while getting into the shower. Freeman's mishap led to a nine-game absence. However, upon his return in early April, Freeman has been in spectacular form, boasting a .368 batting average with 37 RBIs over 46 games.

With Betts likely out until next week, the Dodgers must prepare to face the Yankees again on Saturday without one of their key players. The team remains optimistic, drawing inspiration from Freeman’s successful comeback, and hopeful that Betts will recover quickly and resume his pivotal role.