Ernie Clement: Turning World Series Loss into 2026 Drive

0:00On March 26, Toronto Blue Jays' third baseman Ernie Cleman is turning last year's World Series heartbreak into motivation for the upcoming season. In 2025, the Jays made a strong playoff run but fell short against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 7. Cleman stood out as their top hitter throughout the series, especially in that decisive final game. With the bases loaded in the ninth inning, Cleman stepped up against Dodgers' pitcher, Yoshi Noble Yamamoto. He crushed a defly ball that he first thought might clear the wall for a walkoff win. Instead, Dodgers' outfielders tracked it down for the catch, ending Toronto's rally. Cleman shared his raw thoughts in a personal reflection, capturing the thrill and quick letdown of that backyard dream moment. Fans and teammates have praised his honest look back, seeing it as a sign of his growing maturity on a contending team. Now as defending American lead champions, the Jays are channeling that close call into fuel for 2026. Cleman's positive mindset highlights how he's embracing the grind, focusing on the joy

1:04of the game, despite the sting of second place. His outlook sets a tone for the whole clubhouse, proving that processing a big loss can spark even greater drive, moving ahead. Baseball news, powered by AI, this is MLB News Today.