The last time the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees played in the World Series was 1981. The last time the home run kings from the American League and National League faced off was in 1956. Two opponents with at least 50 home runs have never met in the World Series. The AL MVP and NL MVP have only met in the World Series once since 1988. Since the start of the century, the best teams in the AL and NL have only played each other in the World Series twice.
In 2024, the Dodgers and Yankees will meet in the Fall Classic, marking the first time in over 40 years. This matchup also features the AL and NL home run leaders, the best teams from each league, and star players like Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge. Ohtani, who joined the Dodgers after never playing for a winning team, had a historic season with 54 home runs and 59 stolen bases. Judge hit 58 home runs and achieved career-best stats.
The World Series also showcases other notable players like Mookie Betts, Juan Soto, and Giancarlo Stanton. The matchup between the Dodgers and Yankees is a chance for MLB to showcase its biggest stars on a massive stage. Despite the excitement surrounding this matchup, it is unique and special due to the presence of several star players emphasizing that this World Series is more than just a matchup between two powerhouse teams.
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