Dodgers Pitcher Embraces Rivalry Ahead of World Series Rematch

Justin Wrobleski looks forward to facing Toronto Blue Jays fans after last year's heated World Series clash.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 5:27pm

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Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Justin Wrobleski is ready to face the Toronto Blue Jays in an upcoming series, embracing the rivalry that was fueled by a brawl between the teams during last year's World Series. Wrobleski says he expects to be booed by Blue Jays fans but is looking forward to the intensity of the matchup.

Why it matters

The Dodgers-Blue Jays rivalry has become one of the most intense in baseball after last year's World Series, which featured a heated on-field confrontation between the teams. This upcoming series will reignite that rivalry and give both teams a chance to settle the score on the field.

The details

In an interview, Wrobleski said he is ready for whatever the Blue Jays and their fans throw his way, including expected boos from the crowd. Wrobleski was at the center of a brawl during Game 7 of last year's World Series after hitting Toronto's Andrés Giménez with a pitch, leading to a confrontation between the players.

  • The Dodgers and Blue Jays are set to face off in a three-game series starting on Monday, April 8, 2026.
  • The teams last met in the 2025 World Series, which the Dodgers won.

The players

Justin Wrobleski

A left-handed pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers who was involved in a brawl with the Blue Jays during last year's World Series.

Andrés Giménez

A player for the Toronto Blue Jays who was hit by a pitch from Wrobleski during the 2025 World Series, leading to a confrontation between the players.

Max Scherzer

The right-handed pitcher for the Toronto Blue Jays who is scheduled to start against Wrobleski on Monday.

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What they’re saying

“It's gonna be great. They're gonna boo me and it's gonna be really awesome. That's what makes sports great, I think. If I were a Toronto fan, I probably wouldn't like me either. So I completely understand.”

— Justin Wrobleski, Pitcher, Los Angeles Dodgers

“I wasn't trying to [hit him]. He tried to get hit by the pitch before and then he got hit. Then he talked to me. I said come see me and he didn't. Whatever.”

— Justin Wrobleski, Pitcher, Los Angeles Dodgers

What’s next

The Dodgers and Blue Jays will face off in a highly anticipated three-game series starting on Monday, April 8, 2026, with Wrobleski scheduled to start the opening game against Scherzer.

The takeaway

The Dodgers-Blue Jays rivalry has become one of the most intense in baseball, fueled by last year's heated World Series matchup. This upcoming series will give both teams a chance to settle the score on the field and provide fans with another chapter in this growing rivalry.