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Handling the Pressure of the World Series

Professional baseball players face immense pressure during the World Series. The Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers share their insights on managing this pressure.

While it's a common saying that young players dream of the World Series, the focus is often on the positive aspects, such as hitting a walk-off winner or lifting the trophy. However, the pressure of millions of eyes on them can be overwhelming.

Ahead of the 2025 World Series, the Blue Jays carry the weight of a three-decade title drought and the responsibility of representing their country. The Dodgers, on the other hand, aim to make history with back-to-back titles, while also facing negative attention as the perceived "bad guys".

Feeling the pressure of millions of eyes trained squarely on you, however, can be a little less fun.

The Blue Jays and Dodgers must navigate these challenges to perform at their best in the World Series.

Author's summary: Baseball players share insights on World Series pressure.

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Newsweek Newsweek — 2025-10-24

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