MLB's Dream Matchup: A Battle of Legends and Global Reach
1 month, 3 weeks ago

MLB's Dream Matchup: A Battle of Legends and Global Reach

Associated Press  

MLB's Yankees-Dodgers World Series is a highly anticipated matchup featuring five former MVPs and the biggest markets in baseball. The series will provide a unique opportunity to take a step forward on various strategic initiatives, including a more national broadcast strategy, international growth, and heightened social media presence. The first Game 1 between the Dodgers and Yankees delivered on the hype, with Freeman's walk-off grand slam capping a thrilling 6-3 win for LA.

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Saturday Sports: Dodgers beat the Yankees, NFL half-way mark
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Saturday Sports: Dodgers beat the Yankees, NFL half-way mark

NPR  

Saturday Sports: Dodgers beat the Yankees, NFL half-way mark SCOTT SIMON, HOST: And now it's time for sports. But can't beat the Los Angeles Dodgers when it comes to being fine - 4 games to 1 of the World Series. BRYANT: I don't think you're being kind, Scott Simon. BRYANT: Well, it's Shohei Ohtani round two because the one name …

Dodgers stars given seedy offer by LA strip club owner after beating the Yankees to win the World Series
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Dodgers stars given seedy offer by LA strip club owner after beating the Yankees to win the World Series

Daily Mail  

In the wake of their incredible World Series win over the Yankees, the Dodgers have been given free lifetime access to two of Los Angeles' most notorious strip clubs. Freddie Freeman and the Los Angeles Dodgers have been extended an offer back home in LA Shohei Ohtani and Co are able to enjoy a post-parade night at the strip club …

Dodgers' World Series-ending win averages 18.6 million; series averages 15.81 million for 5 games
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Dodgers' World Series-ending win averages 18.6 million; series averages 15.81 million for 5 games

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Dodgers' 8-7 victory over …

Dodgers' Historic Comeback Stuns Yankees in World Series Game 5
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Dodgers' Historic Comeback Stuns Yankees in World Series Game 5

China Daily  

The Los Angeles Dodgers clinched their eighth World Series title with a thrilling comeback victory against the New York Yankees in Game 5 of the series. Despite trailing 0-2 in the series, the Dodgers staged a remarkable comeback, scoring 10 runs in the fifth inning to secure the win. Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman shone brightly for the Dodgers, contributing …

Best MLB rivalry isn't Yankees-Red Sox. It's Dodgers vs. Padres
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Best MLB rivalry isn't Yankees-Red Sox. It's Dodgers vs. Padres

LA Times  

San Diego’s Jurickson Profar, left, exchanges words with Dodgers catcher Will Smith during Game 2 of the National League Division Series at Dodger Stadium on Oct. 6. The 2004 series is best remembered for the Red Sox becoming the first and still only team to win a seven-game postseason series after losing the first three games: The catalyst: the pinch-runner …

Dodgers-Yankees World Series scores close to 16 million viewers for Fox, a seven-year high
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Dodgers-Yankees World Series scores close to 16 million viewers for Fox, a seven-year high

LA Times  

Dodgers players celebrate their World Series-clinching win in Game 5 at Yankee Stadium. Nielsen data showed the five-game Series that concluded Wednesday with a Dodgers come-from-behind 7-6 win averaged 15.8 million viewers. The Dodgers-Yankees showdown delivered the largest audience for a five-game Series since 2006, when an average of 15.8 million viewers watched the St. Louis Cardinals defeat the Detroit …

Dodgers' Epic Comeback Extends World Series Domination, Secures Second Title in Five Seasons
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Dodgers' Epic Comeback Extends World Series Domination, Secures Second Title in Five Seasons

Al Jazeera  

The Los Angeles Dodgers emerged victorious against the New York Yankees in a thrilling seven-game World Series showdown, clinching their second consecutive championship in five seasons. Despite trailing 5-0 in Game 5, the Dodgers staged a remarkable comeback, scoring five unearned runs in the fifth inning to tie the game at 5-5. In the eighth inning, they secured the win …

World Series Game 4: A Record-Breaking Affair, Averaging 16.28 Million Viewers
1 month, 3 weeks ago

World Series Game 4: A Record-Breaking Affair, Averaging 16.28 Million Viewers

Associated Press  

The World Series had its most-watched game in five years on Tuesday night as the New York Yankees defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 11-4. The game averaged 16.28 million viewers on Fox, Fox Deportes and streaming, surpassing the previous record set by Game 7 of the 2019 World Series between the Washington Nationals and Houston Astros.

New York Yankees avoid sweep to keep World Series alive
1 month, 3 weeks ago

New York Yankees avoid sweep to keep World Series alive

The Independent  

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The Greatest! Dodgers overpower Yankees for 8th World Series title
1 month, 3 weeks ago

The Greatest! Dodgers overpower Yankees for 8th World Series title

LA Times  

The silent, somber Bronx suddenly was bathed in joyous dancing blue, a screaming scrum leaping and bouncing and hugging into history. Dodgers players celebrate with the World Series trophy after their Game 5 victory at Yankee Stadium “It really doesn’t make sense to me right now,” reliever Blake Treinen said, looking dazed while standing on a field filled with gold …

Dodgers remain unshaken in their World Series pitching strategy
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Dodgers remain unshaken in their World Series pitching strategy

LA Times  

The Dodgers trailed by one run, with four innings to go. The Dodgers could have gone for the jugular, and the World Series sweep, against the New York Yankees on Tuesday. With four chances to win the clinching game of the World Series, the Dodgers decided not to risk exhausting their pitching staff Tuesday, thus weakening it for a potential …

How many World Series titles have the Dodgers won?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

How many World Series titles have the Dodgers won?

LA Times  

Game 1 — Dodgers 8, Rays 3 Game 2 — Rays 6, Dodgers 4 Game 3 — Dodgers 6, Rays 2 Game 4 — Rays 8, Dodgers 7 Game 5 — Dodgers 4, Rays 2 Game 6 — Dodgers 3, Rays 1 The Dodgers finally ended their three-decade drought in the first World Series held at a neutral site because …

Dodgers capture World Series by storming back in Game 5 to upend Yankees: Takeaways
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Dodgers capture World Series by storming back in Game 5 to upend Yankees: Takeaways

New York Times  

NEW YORK — The Los Angeles Dodgers will finally get their parade. Trailing by five runs early in Game 5 of the World Series on Wednesday, the Dodgers capitalized on a series of errors and misplays by the New York Yankees, storming to a 7-6 victory at Yankee Stadium.  Freddie Freeman, who tied a World Series record with 12 …

World Series Dominates Monday Night Football, Sets Viewership Record
1 month, 3 weeks ago

World Series Dominates Monday Night Football, Sets Viewership Record

Associated Press  

The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the New York Yankees 4-2 in Game 3 of the World Series, averaging 13.64 million viewers on Fox, Fox Deportes and streaming. This beat the previous record of 13.4 million viewers for the Pittsburgh Steelers' win over the New York Giants on ABC, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, ESPN2 and streaming.

Dodgers Clinch 4-2 Lead in World Series Against Yankees
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Dodgers Clinch 4-2 Lead in World Series Against Yankees

Associated Press  

The Dodgers clinched a 4-2 victory over the New York Yankees in Game 4 of the World Series, extending their lead to 3-0 in the crucial matchup. Freddie Freeman hit a three-run homer, and Walker Buehler pitched a dominant 5-hitter, striking out five batters. The Dodgers dominated the game from the start, scoring runs in the first inning and holding …

Dodgers can’t complete sweep as Yankees get off the mat in Game 4 to keep season alive
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Dodgers can’t complete sweep as Yankees get off the mat in Game 4 to keep season alive

LA Times  

The Dodgers’ lack of pitching hasn’t hurt them often this postseason. “Every guy,” he added, “will be with a cost going forward.” A Yankees fan rips a ball out of Dodgers right fielder Mookie Betts’ glove in the first inning of Game 4 of the World Series. “I’m not going to use in the third inning right there,” Roberts said …

World Series averaging 15.15 million viewers in Japan, including 15.9 for Game 2
1 month, 3 weeks ago

World Series averaging 15.15 million viewers in Japan, including 15.9 for Game 2

The Independent  

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World Series 2024: Jimmy Kimmel and John Legend headline celebrities at Yankees versus Dodgers Game 1
1 month, 3 weeks ago

World Series 2024: Jimmy Kimmel and John Legend headline celebrities at Yankees versus Dodgers Game 1

Daily Mail  

The Yankees and Dodgers kicked off the World Series on Friday night in Los Angeles, and a host of celebrities - including Jimmy Kimmel and John Legend - were in attendance to watch Game 1 of the Fall Classic. Singer John Legend was Additionally, country singer Brad Paisley started off the night by singing the national anthem, while 'Breaking Bad' …

Ohtani's Japan Obsession: Dodgers' Star Draws International Attention in Los Angeles World Series
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Ohtani's Japan Obsession: Dodgers' Star Draws International Attention in Los Angeles World Series

Associated Press  

Japan is experiencing a surge in interest for the upcoming World Series between the Dodgers and Yankees due to the presence of Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Ohtani's fame and celebrity have grown significantly since his arrival in Los Angeles, with his presence prompting a surge in ticket sales for Dodgers games, particularly from Japan. The World Series is expected …

Dodgers and Yankees Set Stage for a Starlit World Series
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Dodgers and Yankees Set Stage for a Starlit World Series

Associated Press  

The Dodgers and Yankees are set to clash in a highly anticipated 12th World Series matchup, marking 43 years since their last encounter. Both teams boast star players capable of putting up a fight throughout the series. The rivalry between the Dodgers and Yankees is one of the most heated in baseball history, and this World Series promises to be …

The Battle for the Fall Classic: Dodgers vs. Yankees, a World Series Showdown
1 month, 4 weeks ago

The Battle for the Fall Classic: Dodgers vs. Yankees, a World Series Showdown

CNN  

The 2024 World Series is set to be a highly anticipated matchup between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the New York Yankees. Both teams boast impressive lineups featuring some of the sport's biggest names. The Dodgers, led by Shohei Ohtani, are aiming to make a strong push for their seventh World Series title, while the Yankees, seeking their 28th championship, …

A Century of Battle: Yankees vs. Dodgers Set to Ignite the Baseball World
1 month, 4 weeks ago

A Century of Battle: Yankees vs. Dodgers Set to Ignite the Baseball World

CNN  

The Yankees and Dodgers will face off in the World Series for the first time since 1981. The teams have played against each other 11 times in past title series, with the Yankees holding a slight edge with 73% of wins against the Dodgers. However, the Dodgers have shown resilience in recent years, claiming titles in 2020 and 2021 after …

Yankees versus Dodgers: Can MLB seize this dream marketing moment?
2 months ago

Yankees versus Dodgers: Can MLB seize this dream marketing moment?

LA Times  

We’ll get to the chunky octopus in a bit, but we want to start with the golden ticket. Major League Baseball has a once-in-a-lifetime player in the World Series, a once-in-a-generation clash of the titans as the matchup, a blessed chance to reclaim at least some of the verity behind the phrase “national pastime.” Shohei Ohtani steps onto baseball’s grandest …

The Yankees and Dodgers Battle for the World Title: A Historic Encounter in the Making
2 months ago

The Yankees and Dodgers Battle for the World Title: A Historic Encounter in the Making

Al Jazeera  

The 2024 World Series between the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers is a highly anticipated matchup featuring two of the sport's most iconic franchises. The series features some of the biggest names in Major League Baseball, including Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge, who will face off in a dream match-up. The Yankees are seeking their 28th World Series …

MLB's Most-Watched Postseason in Seven Years: A World Series Showdown Awaits
2 months ago

MLB's Most-Watched Postseason in Seven Years: A World Series Showdown Awaits

Associated Press  

Major League Baseball's postseason has reached new heights, with the League Championship Series averaging 5.35 million viewers across multiple networks. Game 1 of the NLCS between the New York Mets and Los Angeles Dodgers drew 20.6 million viewers, making it the second most-watched MLB postseason game in Japan's history. The ALCS between the New York Yankees and Cleveland Guardians averaged …

The Role Players' Showdown: Yankees vs. Dodgers in the World Series
2 months ago

The Role Players' Showdown: Yankees vs. Dodgers in the World Series

Associated Press  

Despite star power, the Yankees-Dodgers World Series matchup could be decided by role players. The Yankees have a strong lineup with players like Judge, Soto, and Rizzo, but the Dodgers have a powerful and versatile bullpen led by Ohtani and Betts. The series will be a battle of pitching and defense, and the outcome could hinge on the performance of …

World Series: A Battle of Legends, A Battle for the Ages
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2 months ago

World Series: A Battle of Legends, A Battle for the Ages

Associated Press  

The highly anticipated World Series matchup between the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees will begin Friday at Dodger Stadium. The Yankees, with the second-highest payroll in the league, are seeking their 28th World Series title, while the Dodgers, third in payroll, are aiming for their eighth and second consecutive World Series appearance in five years. The series features …

Dodgers' Thriving Pitching Propels Them to World Series Despite Injuries
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2 months ago

Dodgers' Thriving Pitching Propels Them to World Series Despite Injuries

Associated Press  

The Los Angeles Dodgers clinched their 25th National League pennant with a thrilling victory over the New York Mets in the World Series. Shohei Ohtani led the Dodgers with a record-breaking performance, while the bullpen played a crucial role in securing the win. The Dodgers will now face the New York Yankees in the next stage of the playoffs.

MLB World Series schedule announced as Los Angeles Dodgers face New York Yankees
2 months ago

MLB World Series schedule announced as Los Angeles Dodgers face New York Yankees

Daily Mail  

Every game of the World Series between Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees will start at 8:08pm Eastern time. Aaron Judge and the Yankees clinched their place in the World Series on Saturday night, beating Cleveland Guardians in five games. Shohei Ohtani and the Dodgers then booked their place on Sunday, winning in Game 6 against the New York …

Dodgers vs. Yankees World Series tickets have reached Taylor Swift level prices
2 months ago

Dodgers vs. Yankees World Series tickets have reached Taylor Swift level prices

LA Times  

Dodgers fans cheer before the start of Game 6 of the NLCS at Dodger Stadium on Sunday. The World Series is set: the Dodgers against the New York Yankees, featuring two of baseball’s three biggest spenders. Also some of baseball’s biggest spenders: fans buying tickets for the World Series. Resale prices soared Monday, on the day after the Dodgers clinched …

2 legendary – and superstar-studded MLB teams — will meet in the World Series
2 months ago

2 legendary – and superstar-studded MLB teams — will meet in the World Series

NPR  

2 legendary – and superstar-studded MLB teams — will meet in the World Series Shohei Ohtani’s Los Angeles Dodgers beat the New York Mets to win the National League Championship series — while Aaron Judge’s New York Yankees closed out the American League Championship series. MICHEL MARTIN, HOST: Two legendary and superstar-studded Major League Baseball teams will meet in the …

Welcome back, World Series! Dodgers set up epic duel with Yankees
2 months ago

Welcome back, World Series! Dodgers set up epic duel with Yankees

LA Times  

Home, after three rocky Octobers and two embarrassing collapses and deep blue scads of doubt. Beginning Friday at Dodger Stadium, baseball’s two most legendary franchises will meet for the 12th time in a World Series, the most prolific Series matchup in baseball history even though they haven’t shared this stage in 43 years. “I think if you’re talking about collective …

World Series averaged 9.11 million viewers, making it the least-watched Fall Classic in TV history
1 year, 1 month ago

World Series averaged 9.11 million viewers, making it the least-watched Fall Classic in TV history

Associated Press  

The Texas Rangers 5-0 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks for their first championship on Wednesday night drew the largest audience of this World Series. Nielsen and Fox said Thursday the World Series averaged 9.11 million viewers, less than the 9.79 million average from the 2020 series, when the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Tampa Bay Rays in six games. Monday …

Games 2 and 3 of the World Series were the least-viewed in recorded Fall Classic history
1 year, 1 month ago

Games 2 and 3 of the World Series were the least-viewed in recorded Fall Classic history

Associated Press  

The fears of this year’s World Series between the Texas Rangers and Arizona Diamondbacks becoming the least-viewed Fall Classic in TV history are becoming a reality. Before this year, the least-watched World Series game was Game 3 in 2020 between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Tampa Bay Rays, which averaged 8.34 million. Last year’s series — when the Houston Astros …

Rangers’ extra-inning victory over Diamondbacks was least viewed World Series opener recorded
1 year, 1 month ago

Rangers’ extra-inning victory over Diamondbacks was least viewed World Series opener recorded

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Texas’ extra-inning comeback victory over Arizona on Friday night was the least-watched Game 1 recorded in World Series TV history. It is only the sixth World Series game that didn’t attract at least 10 million viewers. Friday’s game was also a 20% decline compared to the 11.48 million who watched last year’s first game between the Phillies …

World Series Game 2 posts record-low viewership: What’s impacting the numbers?
1 year, 1 month ago

World Series Game 2 posts record-low viewership: What’s impacting the numbers?

New York Times  

After staggeringly low viewership in Game 1 of the 2023 World Series, Game 2 between the Arizona Diamondbacks and Texas Rangers became the least-watched Fall Classic game on record. Game 2’s ratings were even lower than Game 1’s, which was the least-watched World Series Game 1 on record. If you go back nine years earlier, Game 1 between the San …

MLB playoff format not to blame for Dodgers playoff fiasco
1 year, 2 months ago

MLB playoff format not to blame for Dodgers playoff fiasco

LA Times  

Dodgers pitcher Lance Lynn reacts during a 4-2 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 3 of the NLDS at Chase Field on Wednesday. They played better, and this happened.” VIDEO | 03:44 Freddie Freeman and Mookie Betts on Dodgers’ NLDS loss Chris Taylor said the extended break may have played a factor in the series. If it did affect …

MLB embracing 'flukes' and added revenue this postseason
2 years, 1 month ago

MLB embracing 'flukes' and added revenue this postseason

LA Times  

Houston’s Jose Altuve walks on the field during the Astros’ win in Game 5 of the World Series on Thursday. There was no angst because, in the end, the World Series featured the team with the best record in the American League against the team with the best record in the National League. “The enthusiasm for the new postseason format …

World Series is most-watched since 2019 through 2 games
2 years, 1 month ago

World Series is most-watched since 2019 through 2 games

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Houston’s 5-2 win over Philadelphia in Game 2 was viewed by 10,789,000 people on Fox as the matchup remained the most-viewed World Series since 2019. The audience for Saturday night’s game was up 3% from the 10,434,000 for the Astros’ 7-2 win over Atlanta in Game 2 last year and an increase of 17% from Tampa Bay’s 6-4 …

World Series: Atlanta dominates Astros in Game 6 to win title
3 years, 1 month ago

World Series: Atlanta dominates Astros in Game 6 to win title

LA Times  

Atlanta celebrates after winning the World Series in Game 6 against the Houston Astros Tuesday in Houston. For the first time since 1995, it is the Atlanta Braves who are champions of baseball, claiming the franchise’s fourth World Series title with a 7-0 rout of the Astros in Game 6 on Tuesday behind a scoreless six-inning gem from left-hander Max …

Dodgers’ failed World Series bid cost them money and trust. Now the bill comes due
3 years, 2 months ago

Dodgers’ failed World Series bid cost them money and trust. Now the bill comes due

LA Times  

The Dodgers’ season ended after losing Game 6 of the NLCS to the Atlanta Braves. The top prospects the Dodgers traded to get Betts and Scherzer — pitcher Josiah Gray, catcher Keibert Ruiz, infielder Jeter Downs, and outfielder Alex Verdugo — are no longer here. The Dodgers’ farm system, thinned of top prospects and depth prospects through years of trades …

Dodgers’ World Series championship reign ends in NLCS loss to Braves
3 years, 2 months ago

Dodgers’ World Series championship reign ends in NLCS loss to Braves

LA Times  

Dodgers right fielder Mookie Betts walks back to the dugout after striking out in the seventh inning of a season-ending 4-2 loss to the Atlanta Braves in Game 6 of the NLCS at Truist Park on Saturday. They’re great players and great men and I wish we could have won another one with this group.” The Dodgers’ quest for a …

Dodgers' Game 2 loss to Rays looked like World Series failures
4 years, 2 months ago

Dodgers' Game 2 loss to Rays looked like World Series failures

LA Times  

The Dodgers are the favorite to win the World Series, but they didn’t play like it in Game 2. On an eerie Wednesday night at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, the Dodgers wilted into a 6-4 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays to even this seemingly one-sided series at one game apiece. Dodgers Dylan Floro goes from forgotten to …

Why Dodgers will win World Series for first time in 32 years
4 years, 2 months ago

Why Dodgers will win World Series for first time in 32 years

LA Times  

The NL title trophy is handed around by players after the Dodgers beat the Atlanta Braves 4-3 in Game 7 at Globe Life Field on Sunday night in Arlington, Texas. “This year is our year!” manager Dave Roberts declared Sunday night after the Dodgers secured their passage to the World Series, which will be played at Globe Life Field in …

Dodgers World Series history: 21 times they played for title
4 years, 2 months ago

Dodgers World Series history: 21 times they played for title

LA Times  

The Dodgers are 2020 World Series champions. 1941: New York Yankees 4, Brooklyn Dodgers 1 Game 1 — Yankees 3, Dodgers 2 Game 2 — Dodgers 3, Yankees 2 Game 3 — Yankees 2, Dodgers 1 Game 4 — Yankees 7, Dodgers 4 Game 5 — Yankees 3, Dodgers 1 This Series is remembered for one thing — Dodgers catcher …

Dodgers and Braves should be among elite National League teams for years
4 years, 2 months ago

Dodgers and Braves should be among elite National League teams for years

LA Times  

Atlanta Braves’ Ozzie Albies scores under Dodgers catcher Will Smith during the fourth inning in Game 7 of the NLCS. The Dodgers and the Atlanta Braves pushed the National League Championship Series to the limit with Sunday night’s winner-take-all Game 7 in Globe Life Field. “We’re honestly a very competitive team,” Acuña said, when asked if the Braves are primed …

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