Drake is once again at the center of fan controversy following the Toronto Blue Jays’ 5–4 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 2025 World Series. The rapper, who attended Game 7 at Rogers Centre on November 1, shared a congratulatory Instagram post praising the Jays’ “legendary fight.” However, fans quickly pointed to the so-called “Drake curse” as the reason for the team’s defeat. The theory, which suggests teams linked to Drake tend to lose, gained traction after the Dodgers’ win and subsequent social media reactions.
Drake posted a video and caption on Instagram on Saturday, November 1, 2025, after the Blue Jays lost the World Series to the Dodgers. The game took place at Toronto’s Rogers Centre, where Drake was in attendance. Fans on social media blamed the rapper’s presence and public support for the loss, citing a pattern of defeats linked to his endorsements. The “curse” narrative resurfaced following Drake’s earlier comments mocking Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani and the team’s response using Kendrick Lamar’s diss track.
Game Outcome and Social Media Fallout
- Final Score: Dodgers 5, Blue Jays 4
- Venue: Rogers Centre, Toronto
- Drake’s caption: “Congrats to the Jays for a dream season and a legendary World Series fight!!!”
- Fan reactions included:
- “Drake curse activated is serious.”
- “You curse every team, bro.”
- “If you cared about the Jays, you would’ve stayed away lol.”
Fox Sports joined the trolling with a photoshopped image of Kendrick Lamar driving away from a dejected Drake, captioned “DAMN.”
Reactions: Analysts and Fan Commentary
Complex reported that fans compared the Dodgers’ win to Kendrick Lamar’s lyrical victory over Drake. Toronto Sun highlighted Drake’s earlier jab at Ohtani, which was followed by the pitcher’s Instagram post soundtracked by Lamar’s “Not Like Us.” Sports analysts have not officially commented on the “curse,” but the narrative continues to dominate fan discussions.
Team Morale and Public Perception
While the Blue Jays’ season was widely praised, the loss has sparked debate over superstition and celebrity influence in sports. The “Drake curse” has become a recurring theme, affecting public perception of teams associated with the rapper. Despite no evidence linking his presence to performance outcomes, the narrative persists and may influence future fan engagement.
What’s Next: Offseason Moves and Public Response
The Blue Jays will enter the offseason with a strong roster and renewed focus on 2026. Drake has not responded to the curse allegations as of publication. The Dodgers, meanwhile, celebrate their championship with social media posts and city-wide events. Fans await further commentary from both camps.
