Get ready for a baseball showdown for the ages! The 2024 World Series kicks off on Friday, October 25th, featuring a dream matchup between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the New York Yankees – the two most valuable teams in Major League Baseball. This highly anticipated series is poised to deliver a ratings bonanza for Fox, adding another feather to their cap after a successful year filled with strong NFL viewership and engaging 2024 election coverage.
A Clash of Titans
: The Dodgers and Yankees boast a storied history, having faced off in 11 previous World Series, with the Yankees leading the head-to-head matchup 8-3. The last time these two iconic franchises met in the World Series was in 1981, making this year’s clash even more special. Adding fuel to the fire, both teams are the most valuable in the MLB, according to Forbes, representing two of the largest and most influential television markets on opposite coasts. The Yankees are valued at a staggering $7.55 billion, while the Dodgers come in at a close second with a valuation of $5.45 billion.Star Power and Betting Odds
: The World Series features a star-studded lineup, including Aaron Judge of the Yankees and Shohei Ohtani of the Dodgers – two players who achieved the coveted 50 home run season. This marks the first time in World Series history that players with such a remarkable feat will face each other.The betting odds, as of now, favor the Dodgers at -130 for the first game, suggesting a close match. For the entire series, the Dodgers are favored at -125, while the Yankees are the underdog at +105. This close competition could lead to a long series, potentially extending to five, six, or even the full seven games, a scenario that would be a boon for Fox as more games translate to more viewership and revenue.
A Win for Fox
: With a potential long series and the matchup of two MLB titans representing the top two television markets, Fox is poised for a ratings surge. This success comes at a time when the company has already experienced a strong year thanks to high viewership for Sunday NFL games, presidential debates, and other 2024 election coverage. This winning streak for Fox is expected to continue into 2025, leading up to their broadcast of Super Bowl LIX on February 9th.Where to Watch
: The best-of-seven World Series will air exclusively on Fox, with a start time of 8:08 p.m. ET for each game. Here’s the current schedule:*
Game 1
: Friday, October 25th in Los Angeles*
Game 2
: Saturday, October 26th in Los Angeles*
Game 3
: Monday, October 28th in New York*
Game 4
: Tuesday, October 29th in New York*
Game 5 (if necessary)
: Wednesday, October 30th in New York*
Game 6 (if necessary)
: Friday, November 1st in Los Angeles*
Game 7 (if necessary)
: Saturday, November 2nd in Los AngelesGet ready for an unforgettable World Series, with a historic clash between two baseball giants that will keep fans glued to their screens and provide a massive boost for Fox’s bottom line.
