New York is seeking its twenty-eighth World Series title, the first since 2009, while the Dodgers are looking for their eighth championship in the team's history, and their second in a span of five years.
The manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers, Dave Roberts, previously expressed: "When you play for the Dodgers and play for the Yankees, it feels different." The rivalry between Yankee Stadium and Dodger Stadium, two iconic venues, contrasts the chilly autumn nights in New York with the sunny days in Los Angeles.
The history between both teams is rich. New York holds an 8-3 record against the Dodgers in the World Series, with historic matchups that have marked the rivalry. Players like Mickey Owen, Sandy Koufax, and Reggie Jackson have left their mark on these encounters throughout the years.
The rivalry began in 1941, with one of the most dramatic turns in World Series history, where Brooklyn was in the lead but New York managed to turn the situation around. In 1981, the Dodgers lost the first two games in the Bronx but then won four in a row, culminating in a resounding victory that thrilled their fans.
The atmosphere leading up to this new series between the Yankees and Dodgers is charged with emotion and expectations, with current players like Aaron Judge and Juan Soto facing stars like Shohei Ohtani and Mookie Betts. The intensity and rivalry between two of baseball's most iconic teams promise a unique spectacle for the fans of both teams.
