Live Updates: Dodgers vs. Yankees World Series Game 1 Highlights Stanton’s Home Run
The 2024 World Series has kicked off, featuring a classic face-off between the New York Yankees and the Los Angeles Dodgers, two legendary baseball teams.
Having not appeared in the Fall Classic since 2009, the Yankees aim to boost their impressive total of 27 championships. Meanwhile, the Dodgers are making their fourth World Series appearance in just eight years, celebrating a victory during the shortened 2020 season.
This best-of-seven series showcases some of MLB’s biggest talents, potentially including 2024 MVP candidates Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani. The rosters feature six former MVP award winners: Judge, Ohtani, Giancarlo Stanton, Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and an injured Clayton Kershaw, alongside Yankees star Juan Soto, who is set to become a free agent after this series.
The opening game is taking place on Friday night at Dodger Stadium, with Game 2 slated for Saturday in Los Angeles, before the series transitions to Yankee Stadium for Games 3 to 5.
Stay tuned for real-time updates from Friday’s game:
Yankees Escape a Tough Spot in the Seventh
Gerrit Cole exited the game after allowing a leadoff single in the seventh inning, and Clay Holmes took over. Holmes quickly hit Max Muncy, but Enrique Hernandez advanced the runners to second and third with a sacrifice bunt. Holmes managed to get Will Smith to pop out for the second out, before Tommy Kahnle was brought in to close the inning with a ground out from Gavin Lux.
Anthony Banda Gets Dodgers Out of a Tight Situation
Anthony Banda stepped in to finish the sixth inning after Jack Flaherty was taken out.
Banda threw 15 pitches in the inning, striking out Alex Verdugo with the bases loaded, halting the Dodgers’ potential rally.
The Yankees are leading the Dodgers 2-1 as the bottom of the sixth inning begins.
Giancarlo Stanton’s Home Run Puts Yankees Ahead 2-1
LOS ANGELES — The Yankees responded strongly in the top of the sixth.
Giancarlo Stanton smashed a two-run home run, giving New York a 2-1 advantage against the Dodgers.
Dodgers’ manager Dave Roberts quickly decided to pull pitcher Jack Flaherty from the game. Flaherty gave up five hits and two earned runs while striking out six over 5⅓ innings.
Stanton has now homered in four consecutive games and was recently named ALCS MVP.
Dodgers Take Early Lead with Will Smith’s Sac Fly
The Dodgers got on the board first in the bottom of the fifth with a sacrifice fly by Will Smith. Enrique Hernandez made it home safely after sliding past catcher Austin Wells, thanks to a ruling by umpire Carlos Torres.
Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole gave up two hits and one earned run, and managed four strikeouts over five innings pitched.
Jack Flaherty Dominates Through Five Innings
LOS ANGELES — Jack Flaherty has had an excellent start, giving up only three hits and a walk while striking out five in the first five innings of Game 1.
In the top of the fifth, he struck out Anthony Volpe and Austin Wells to secure the first two outs.
Flaherty’s recent performances in the National League Championship Series have been a rollercoaster ride, with a strong outing in his last home game against the New York Mets, limiting them to only two hits and two walks while striking out six.
However, in his last road game, he struggled, giving up eight hits and eight earned runs in a mere three innings against the Mets, issuing four walks without any strikeouts.
Having been traded to the Dodgers at the deadline, Flaherty has personal ties to Southern California, where he led Harvard Westlake to a CIF-SS Championship at Dodger Stadium in 2013.
– James H. Williams
Dodger Stadium Packed for Game 1
The Dodgers reported a seventh sellout of the postseason, with a full house of 52,394 fans in attendance for the matchup against the Yankees.
Among the notable attendees were actor Bryan Cranston and musicians Billie Eilish and Finneas, along with Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh and his father, Jack Harbaugh, spotted during the Fox broadcast.
Gerrit Cole Moves Past Freddie Freeman’s Triple
LOS ANGELES — In the bottom of the first, Shohei Ohtani ignited the crowd with a powerful hit off Gerrit Cole’s first pitch that was caught by Aaron Judge in center field. Mookie Betts followed with a deep fly out that almost brought the crowd to their feet, thinking it might be a homer.
Despite battling an ankle injury through the postseason, Freddie Freeman hit a triple with two outs. Yet, Cole managed to get Teoscar Hernandez to line out, ending the inning.
With the score still tied at the end of the first inning, the game remains scoreless between the Dodgers and the Yankees.
– James H. Williams
The World Series Game 1 has Started in LA
LOS ANGELES — Dodgers pitcher Jack Flaherty threw 18 pitches in the first inning, allowing Juan Soto to walk and striking out Aaron Judge.
Giancarlo Stanton reached base due to an error by Tommy Edman, resulting in Soto moving to second base.
Flaherty managed to work through this error by getting Jazz Chisholm to ground out, finishing off the inning.
– James H. Williams
Paying Tribute to Fernando Valenzuela, Dodgers’ No. 34
LOS ANGELES — Before Game 1 of the 2024 World Series against the Yankees, the Dodgers honored legendary pitcher Fernando Valenzuela with a moment of silence.
Valenzuela, who made his mark in the first 11 years of his 17-year MLB career with the Dodgers, passed away at the age of 63 on Tuesday.
He was champion in the World Series,
Valenzuela Makes His Mark in Dodgers History
Pitched his outstanding talent was honored with the Rookie of the Year and the National League Cy Young Award in 1981.
He made a return to the Dodgers as a Spanish-language broadcaster in 2003 but took a break from his role in the last weeks of the 2024 regular season to concentrate on “his health.”
Blue ribbons were also displayed alongside Valenzuela’s two Silver Slugger Awards (1981 and 1983) in a trophy case situated near the Dodger Stadium clubhouse.
If the World Series reaches Game 6, it will take place in Los Angeles on November 1, which is also Valenzuela’s birthday.
– James H. Williams
Dodgers’ Will Smith Celebrates New Baby Before World Series
Will Smith, the Dodgers catcher, and his wife, Cara, welcomed a new baby into their family on October 22.
The couple’s new daughter, Layton Elizabeth, was born just two days following the Dodgers’ victory in the National League Championship Series held in Los Angeles. Cara and their first daughter attended the game.
Smith has played his entire six-year MLB career with the Dodgers, including the glorious 2020 World Series championship season.
– James H. Williams
When Does the World Series Game Start Tonight?
The first pitch is set for 8:08 p.m. ET this Friday at Dodger Stadium.
- Location: Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, California
- Time: 8:08 p.m. ET
Which Channel Is the World Series On?
- TV: FOX
- Stream: You can watch the game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
Starting Pitchers for Game 1 of the World Series
- Yankees: Gerrit Cole (8-5, 3.41 ERA) – The 2023 AL Cy Young winner missed the early part of the season due to injury but has started three times in the 2024 postseason, achieving a 3.31 ERA.
- Dodgers: Jack Flaherty (13-7, 3.17 ERA) – He was acquired from the Tigers at the trade deadline, but has a 7.04 ERA in three postseason starts this year. He delivered seven shutout innings in Game 1 of the NLCS against the Mets but was hit hard in his Game 5 appearance, allowing eight runs in three innings with zero strikeouts.
Today’s Yankees Lineup
- Gleyber Torres (R) 2B
- Juan Soto (L) RF
- Aaron Judge (R) CF
- Giancarlo Stanton (R) DH
- Jazz Chisholm Jr. (L) 3B
- Anthony Rizzo (L) 1B
- Anthony Volpe (R) SS
- Austin Wells (L) C
- Alex Verdugo (L) LF
Today’s Dodgers Lineup
- Shohei Ohtani (L) DH
- Mookie Betts (R) RF
- Freddie Freeman (L) 1B
- Teoscar Hernández (R) LF
- Max Muncy (L) 3B
- Enrique Hernández (R) CF
- Will Smith (R) C
- Gavin Lux (L) 2B
- Tommy Edman (S) SS
2024 World Series Predictions
Check out the full predictions by YSL News Sports MLB experts
- Bob Nightengale: Dodgers in 7
- Gabe Lacques: Dodgers in 6
- Steve Gardner: Dodgers in 7
- Jesse Yomtov: Yankees in 7
- Scott Boeck: Dodgers in 6
World Series Umpires – Game 1
- Home Plate: Carlos Torres
- First Base: Mark Carlson (crew chief)
- Second Base: Doug Eddings
- Third Base: Mark Ripperger
- Left Field: Chad Fairchild
- Right Field: Todd Tichenor
- Reserve: Andy Fletcher
Fox’s World Series Announcers
Fox will be airing the 2024 World Series with Joe Davis as the play-by-play announcer and John Smoltz as the analyst. Ken Rosenthal and Tom Verducci will be reporting from the dugouts.
Fox’s pregame and postgame shows will feature Kevin Burkhardt, Alex Rodriguez, David Ortiz, and Derek Jeter.
Who Will Throw the First Pitch Tonight?
LOS ANGELES — Before Game 1 of the 2024 World Series, former Dodgers players Orel Hershiser and Steve Yeager will throw out the first pitch.
Hershiser dedicated his first 12 years in the league (1983-1994) to the Dodgers, earning the World Series MVP title in 1988 before moving on to play for the Cleveland Indians, New York Mets, and San Francisco Giants. He rejoined the Dodgers in 2000, appearing in six games.
Yeager played the first 14 years (1972 to 1985) of his career with the Dodgers and was one of the three co-MVPs in the 1981 World Series against the Yankees. He played for the Seattle Mariners briefly in 1986.
– James H. Williams
Dodgers World Series Roster: Key Pitcher Injured
LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers will be without a significant member of their bullpen for the World Series.
The roster announced on Friday did not include reliever Evan Phillips, who had to cut short his appearance in the clinching Game 6 of the National League Championship Series due to injury concerns.
Brusdar Graterol, who was out for a month with a shoulder injury, takes Phillips’ place on the roster. Phillips’ absence is a notable loss for the Dodgers’ postseason bullpen setup.
– Gabe Lacques
Juan Soto’s Contract Discussions to Wait Until After World Series
LOS ANGELES – Significant financial opportunities lie ahead for Juan Soto, and while one season with the club steeped in baseball history has placed him back in the limelight, he understands that the ultimate measure of his success hinges on this World Series outcome against the Dodgers.
“Not yet.”
Not yet. I still have one final hurdle – and that’s clinching the World Series,” Soto stated on Thursday at Dodger Stadium, right before the Yankees’ first World Series matchup since 2009.
– Gabe Lacques
Who performed the national anthem at the World Series this evening?
Country music star Brad Paisley will perform the national anthem prior to Game 1 of the World Series at Dodger Stadium on Friday.
Hailing from West Virginia, the three-time Grammy awardee is a devoted Dodgers supporter.
Dodgers’ jersey patch pays tribute to Fernando Valenzuela
LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers placed a No. 34 patch on their uniforms for the World Series, honoring Valenzuela before Game 1 and throughout Dodger Stadium.
The entrance to the stadium has become a tribute to the late pitcher, adorned with candles, flowers, photos, and, naturally, the Mexican flag.
“We’re just going to keep his story alive and ensure his legacy continues,” remarked Yankees outfielder Alex Verdugo, a former Dodger who played alongside Valenzuela on the Mexican national team.
While he won’t be physically there for the Dodgers vs. Yankees match on Friday night, many believe Valenzuela will be watching over his team.
“He’s a legend,” stated Yankees ace Gerrit Cole. “It’s unfortunate he isn’t able to witness this series, but he’s likely got a fantastic view from up above.”
– Jordan Mendoza
Simulated World Series: Freeman’s crucial homer leads Dodgers over Yankees in Game 1
What will this year’s World Series look like? Utilizing the Dynasty League Baseball online simulation, YSL News Sports’ Steve Gardner and DLB designer Mike Cieslinski will simulate each game to give fans insight into potential matchups and strategies for the Fall Classic.
- SCORE SUMMARY: Dodgers 13, Yankees 9
The game showcased a total of six home runs, three of which came in the first inning, as the Yankees initially took the lead with Giancarlo Stanton’s two-run homer off Dodgers starter Jack Flaherty.
In response, the Dodgers erupted for six runs in the bottom half of the inning before Yankees starter Gerrit Cole could secure an out. Mookie Betts drove in two runs with a home run to left field, followed by Will Smith hitting a grand slam to left off a stunned Cole, putting the Dodgers ahead 6-2.
Despite this, the Yankees maintained pressure and clawed back into the game. Aaron Judge hit a three-run homer in the sixth to narrow the deficit. Then, with the bases loaded in the top of the eighth, Judge brought in two runs with a single, putting New York ahead 9-8.
The Dodgers rallied again in the bottom of the eighth against Yankees reliever Jake Cousins. Shohei Ohtani doubled to right with one out, stole third, and tied the game when Betts hit an RBI single.
After Betts stole second, Freeman hit a powerful 447-foot home run to right field, giving the Dodgers a lead they wouldn’t relinquish.
- FULL GAME RECAP: Dodgers secure Game 1 with a couple of late home runs
– Steve Gardner
List of World Series champions
- 2023: Texas Rangers
- 2022: Houston Astros
- 2021: Atlanta Braves
- 2020: Los Angeles Dodgers
- 2019: Washington Nationals
- 2018: Boston Red Sox
- 2017: Houston Astros
- 2016: Chicago Cubs
- 2015: Kansas City Royals
- 2014: San Francisco Giants
- 2013: Boston Red Sox
- 2012: San Francisco Giants
- 2011: St. Louis Cardinals
- 2010: San Francisco Giants
- 2009: New York Yankees
- 2008: Philadelphia Phillies
- 2007: Boston Red Sox
- 2006: St. Louis Cardinals
- 2005: Chicago White Sox
- 2004: Boston Red Sox
- 2003: Florida Marlins
- 2002: Anaheim Angels
- 2001: Arizona Diamondbacks
- 2000: New York Yankees
