What happened: The final result left Los Angeles ahead 5-1 in the series. The division race moved from clinch watch to closed business by the end of the game.
Why it matters: A title-clinching finish carries more weight than an ordinary September final because it settles the West on the field. The 5-1 series margin also showed clear control of this matchup as the race was being decided.
By the numbers: Los Angeles finished the series 5-1 and capped it with an 8-2 final.
What to watch: Attention now shifts to how the Dodgers handle the remaining schedule after sealing the division.