Kiner-Falefa Out by 3 Feet, Dodgers Win World Series

0:00The latest international headlines, politics, and world affairs, right here on Global News Today. Remember that heart-stopping play at home plate in Game 7 of the World Series between the Dodgers and Blue Jays? It looked like Isaiah Kiner-Faleffa was out by just inches, but a new official report from Major League Baseball clears it up. The replay review showed Los Angeles catcher Will Smith's foot was firmly on the plate when he caught the throw into his mid. Kiner-Faleffa was already out before any foot movement. The moment came in the bottom of the ninth inning with the score tied at four. The Blue Jays had the bases loaded and won out. Kiner-Faleffa was pinch-running on third when Dalton Varsho hit a grounder to second baseman Miguel Rojas. Rojas recovered from a stumble and fired home accurately. Fans and players debated it endlessly, with many convinced Smith's foot lifted off too soon. Blue Jays manager John Schneider admitted the video looked 50-50 depending on the angle. Kiner-Faleffa faced criticism for his conservative lead off third, but he followed

1:03team orders to stay close to the bag. Now we know it was not nearly as close as it seemed. Officials say Kiner-Faleffa was out by about three feet, not inches. Smith himself never felt his foot leave the plate and praised Rojas for the tough play. The Dodgers went on to win five to four in 11 innings for their second straight title. Kiner-Faleffa has since signed with the Boston Red Sox and reflected that a bigger lead might have changed things, but hindsight is 2020. This D&N story comes to you thanks to our sponsor. A pillow that plays your sound quietly, comfortably, effortlessly, effortlessly, built for nighttime listening, S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com.