Toronto native and global rap superstar Drake found a new way to be part of the World Series buzz — by stirring up MLB fans with a cheeky post about Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers. As his beloved Toronto Blue Jays inch closer to their first championship in three decades, Drake’s social media move added the perfect spark to an already heated showdown.
How Drake’s viral post about Shohei Ohtani lit up the World Series conversation
Just hours after the Blue Jays’ crucial win pushed them within one game of glory, Drake took to Instagram with a story that instantly caught fire — a photo of Shohei Ohtani captioned simply, “ONE MORE!!!!!!”
(Image via: Drake’s IG Story)
The post spread fast, igniting chatter across X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram. Fans saw it as a playful jab at the Dodgers’ ace, whose team now faces elimination against a surging Toronto squad. Within minutes, the comment sections were flooded with reactions ranging from laughter to disbelief — classic Drake chaos during a moment of national baseball pride.
Fans react as Drake keeps the spotlight on Toronto
While the Blue Jays’ offense and pitching have carried the team through the postseason, Drake’s online antics managed to steal some of the limelight. Many fans celebrated his energy, calling him the “ultimate hype man” for Toronto. Others, however, labeled the move as unnecessary trolling at a sensitive moment for the Dodgers and Ohtani.Regardless of which side fans took, there’s no denying Drake’s knack for turning a sporting moment into a pop culture event. His presence at the intersection of music, memes, and major league baseball has become almost expected — and this time, it’s perfectly timed with Toronto’s long-awaited World Series run.
From surprise appearances to viral posts , Drake stays part of the game
This isn’t Drake’s first brush with the Blue Jays’ postseason drama. Earlier this week, he made a surprise appearance at Rogers Centre, drawing both cheers and criticism. Some fans even called his cameo “a third-rate performance,” but others saw it as pure entertainment that reflected the city’s swagger.Now, as Toronto edges toward a historic finish, Drake’s trolling has once again blurred the line between celebrity fandom and sports superstardom — ensuring that wherever the Blue Jays go, he’s always part of the story.Also read: Kevin Gausman’s wife Taylor lights up Dodger Stadium in a glam ‘Canadian tux’ as her adorable World Series post sets social media abuzz
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