The Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Tampa Bay Rays 8-3 on Tuesday night in Game 1 of the World Series.
Over six innings, Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw struck out eight batters and allowed just two hits and one walk. His teammate, right fielder Mookie Betts, had a banner night, becoming the first MLB player ever to hit a home run, steal two bases, and score two runs in a World Series game.
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