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How Weird Was Game 3 of the World Series? Let’s Take a Look

LOS ANGELES — Game 3 of the World Series, an exhausting 3-2, 18-inning win by the Los Angeles Dodgers over the Boston Red Sox, was one of the zaniest games in World Series history. Here are some statistics related to Friday’s game that stand out.

FRIDAY, 5:10 P.M. PACIFIC The time of the first pitch.

18 innings, which tied the record for most innings in a postseason game.

1 The Dodgers became the first World Series team to win after trailing in the 11th inning or later.

7 HOURS 20 MINUTES The game’s length made it the longest postseason game in major league history.