Dodgers Lead Yankees 2-0 in World Series Amid Record Viewership
The Dodgers secured a dramatic win in Game 1, followed by a 4-2 victory in Game 2, as the series garners the highest TV ratings since 2019.
- The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the New York Yankees 6-3 in the first game of the World Series, highlighted by a grand slam from Freddie Freeman.
- Game 1 attracted 15.2 million viewers, marking the most-watched World Series game in five years, with a peak of 17.8 million during the final innings.
- In Game 2, the Dodgers secured a 4-2 victory, despite concerns over a shoulder injury to star player Shohei Ohtani.
- This World Series features five former MVPs, including Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge, and is generating significant international interest, particularly in Japan.
- MLB's marketing efforts, including digital billboards and social media engagement, have boosted viewership and fan enthusiasm for this high-profile matchup.