The New York Yankees won Game 5 of AL Championship series against Cleveland Guardians to claim the American League pennant for the first time in last 15 years. They successfully advanced to the World Series to end the 15-year drought. Notably, the franchise has a history of 27 World Series titles.
However, the last one arrived in Bronx in 2009 under Derek Jeter’s leadership and since then the fans have been desperate. Having said that, the road to that ring won’t be easy as the New York Yankees are set to clash with Los Angeles Dodgers in the sever game series starting from October 25.
Yankees-Dodgers World Series Rivalry Began A Century Ago
The 2024 World Series is set to bring together two of MLB’s most iconic franchises, as the New York Yankees and the Los Angeles Dodgers will face off in a matchup for the ages. Known for their rich histories and fierce competition, these two teams hail from the two largest cities in the United States: New York, the city that never sleeps, and Los Angeles, the city of angels. Both franchises boast impressive World Series records. The Yanks have claimed a record 27 titles, while the Dodgers have won seven, the sixth most in MLB history. Also, this will mark the 12th time the Yanks and Dodgers will meet in the Fall Classic, extending the most-played World Series matchup in baseball history.
The teams last met in the 1981 World Series, and this 2024 meeting revives a historic rivalry that has captivated baseball fans for decades. Notably, the Yankees and Dodgers first squared off in the World Series back in 1941 when the Dodgers were still based in Brooklyn. That series set the tone for their future meetings, with the Bombers dominating many of their early encounters. Between 1941 and 1956, the Yanks won five consecutive World Series against the Dodgers, but the Brooklyn team finally claimed their first championship in 1955 with a thrilling seven-game victory. The rivalry continued after the Dodgers moved to Los Angeles in 1958, with notable clashes in the 1963, 1977, 1978, and 1981 World Series. The Yankees took the crown in the first two meetings, but the Dodgers claimed their first World Series as an L.A. franchise in 1963 with a sweep.
Aaron Judge-Shohei Ohtani Sets Up Clash Of Titans For World Series
In a historic twist for the 2024 World Series, Aaron Judge of the New York Yankees and Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers are set to become the first duo in MLB history to clash in the Fall Classic after each hitting 50 or more home runs in the same season.
Judge, the reigning AL MVP, smashed 52 home runs while leading the Yankees back to the World Series for the first time in 14 years. On the other hand, Shohei Ohtani also impressed with a historic 50/50 season. Moreover, both these acclaimed sluggers are expected to win MVP awards in their respective leagues.
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