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MLB's Tokyo Series Sets Records for Viewership, Sales, and Attendance

The Dodgers' sweep of the Cubs in Japan marked MLB's largest international event, driven by Shohei Ohtani's star power and unprecedented fan engagement.

  • The Tokyo Series opener drew over 25 million viewers in Japan, making it the most-watched MLB game in the country's history.
  • The two-game series averaged 24 million viewers, becoming the most-watched MLB series ever in Japan and surpassing the 2024 Seoul Series by nearly 7 million viewers.
  • Fanatics reported $40 million in merchandise and trading card sales, setting a record for the best-selling MLB international event in its history.
  • The Tokyo Dome hosted six games, including two regular-season matchups, with a total attendance of 252,795 fans across all games.
  • MLB's Tokyo Series Fan Fest attracted over 450,000 attendees, making it the most-visited fan festival in league history.
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