Autumn is here, which means it’s almost time for the Fall Classic.
The MLB season will come to a close in a few weeks with the 2025 World Series. Four teams remain in the MLB postseason picture, with three of the top teams from the regular season looking to dethrone the defending champions.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are battling the top-seeded Milwaukee Brewers in the NLCS. The Dodgers are looking to become the first MLB team in a quarter century to repeat as World Series champions, while the Brewers are one of five organizations to never win a championship.
In the AL, it’s the Toronto Blue Jays facing off against the Seattle Mariners. The Blue Jays are chasing their first World Series title since 1993, while the Mariners are aiming for their first ever World Series berth.
With the NLCS and ALCS underway, let’s take a look ahead to the 2025 World Series, including the schedule, format and more.
When does the 2025 World Series start?
Game 1 of the World Series is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 24.
How many games are in the World Series?
The World Series is a best-of-seven series.
What is the World Series format?
The World Series features a 2-3-2 format where the higher seed hosts Games 1 and 2, along with Games 6 and 7 if necessary. The lower seed hosts Games 3 and 4, along with Game 5, if necessary.
Who has home-field advantage in the World Series?
The team with the best regular season record gets home-field advantage in the World Series.
Here’s a look at the records of the teams remaining in the MLB postseason:
Milwaukee Brewers: 97-65
Toronto Blue Jays: 94-68
Los Angeles Dodgers: 93-69
Seattle Mariners: 90-72
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2025 World Series schedule
Here’s a full look at the 2025 World Series schedule (* = if necessary):
Game 1: Friday, Oct. 24, time TBD
Game 2: Saturday, Oct. 25, time TBD
Game 3: Monday, Oct. 27, time TBD
Game 4: Tuesday, Oct. 28, time TBD
Game 5*: Wednesday, Oct. 29, time TBD
Game 6*: Friday, Oct. 31, time TBD
Game 7*: Saturday, Nov. 1, time TBD
What TV channel is the 2025 World Series on?
All World Series games will air on FOX.
How to stream the 2025 World Series live online
The action will also be available to stream on FoxSports.com and the Fox Sports app.
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