The 2024 World Series is poised to deliver blockbuster moments as two of baseball’s most legendary franchises—the New York Yankees and the Los Angeles Dodgers—go head-to-head for the first time in 43 years. This matchup, branded by The Athletic and Forbes as a “dream” for FOX Sports, is expected to captivate fans on both coasts and potentially rival viewership records not seen since the Cubs’ historic 2016 victory.
With 27 World Series titles under their belt, the Yankees are making their 41st appearance in the Fall Classic, while the Dodgers are back for their 22nd, hunting for their first win in a non-shortened season since 1988. Despite dominance in their respective leagues, both teams have grappled with playoff droughts, adding fuel to the fire of this year’s high-stakes matchup.
All eyes are on the star-studded rosters, with Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani, a lock for NL MVP after a record-setting season, alongside former MVPs Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman. For the Yankees, Aaron Judge—this season’s AL MVP favorite—is joined by powerhouse hitters Juan Soto and Giancarlo Stanton. Both lineups boast firepower capable of shifting game momentum with a single swing, making every inning must-watch TV.
FOX’s broadcast is set to deliver enhanced visuals and analytics, including FPV drones, “dirtcams,” and new graphic features to track pitch paths and swing metrics. The series, set to begin Friday at Dodger Stadium, promises an immersive fan experience on and off the screen. As these iconic franchises clash once again, can this World Series live up to the hype and become one for the ages?
