MLB Introduces Flexible World Series Start Date for 2024

New schedule allows for earlier start if both League Championship Series conclude quickly, aiming to reduce downtime.

The World Series could start on October 22 if both LCS end by October 19, instead of the scheduled October 25.
This is the first time MLB has implemented a potential move-up date for the World Series.
The change seeks to avoid long layoffs that teams and fans have criticized in past years.
If the World Series starts early, a potential Game 7 would be on October 30 instead of November 2.
The rest of the postseason schedule remains consistent with previous years.