The Los Angeles Dodgers winning their first World Series since 1988 was overshadowed a bit by Justin Turner being removed from Game 6 in the seventh inning without explanation.
Shortly after the final out was recorded, it was revealed that Turner had tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19). He remained in a doctor’s office as the Dodgers rushed the field to celebrate their title.
Turner later joined his teammates and was part of the final team photo of 2020. However, his absence on the field during the immediate moments of the celebration did not go unnoticed.
Kiké Hernandez explained that it was challenging to celebrate the Dodgers’ World Series title without Turner on the field, as told by Jorge Castillo of the L.