- Arguably the two biggest brands in baseball will meet in the 2024 World Series as the New York Yankees face the Los Angeles Dodgers
- The Dodgers, who have home-field advantage in the best-of-seven series, have opened as favorites in the 2024 World Series odds
- See the opening Yankees vs Dodgers World Series odds, schedule, and projected starting pitchers
The preseason favorites in both the American League and National League will meet in the 2024 Fall Classic. The New York Yankees won the AL Pennant with a 4-1 series victory over the Guardians in the ALCS, while the Los Angeles Dodgers captured the NL Pennant with a 4-2 win over the Mets in the NLCS. Heading into the best-of-seven finale, the Yankees vs Dodgers odds slightly favor LAD winning their eighth championship and second in the last five years.
Opening Yankees vs Dodgers World Series Odds
| Team | Odds to Win Series | Total Games |
|---|---|---|
| New York Yankees | +115 | O 5.5 (-195) |
| Los Angeles Dodgers | -135 | U 5.5 (+155) |
The Dodgers vs Yankees World Series odds list Los Angeles as a -135 favorite with New York at +115 to win its record-extended 28th title.
Odds as of Oct. 20 at FanDuel. Claim a FanDuel promo code to bet on the 2024 World Series.
The game total has been set at 5.5, as it is for most best-of-seven series. The over is pretty heavily favored at -195, with the under priced at +155.
The Dodgers opened the season as the World Series favorites, priced at +341 on opening day. New York was the +1000 third-favorite at that point, trailing the Dodgers and the Atlanta Braves.
NYY vs LAD World Series Schedule
| Game | Location | Date/Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Los Angeles | Friday, Oct. 25 (TBD pm ET) |
| 2 | Los Angeles | Saturday, Oct. 26 (TBD pm ET) |
| 3 | New York | Monday, Oct. 28 (TBD pm ET) |
| 4 | New York | Tuesday, Oct. 29 (TBD pm ET) |
| 5 | New York | Wednesday, Oct. 30 (TBD pm ET) |
| 6 | Los Angeles | Friday, Nov. 1 (TBD pm ET) |
| 7 | Los Angeles | Saturday, Nov. 2 TBD (pm ET) |
As it has every season since 1924 (save for those impacted by WWII), the World Series will have a 2-3-2 format. The Dodgers will host Games 1 and 2, plus 6 and 7 if necessary. Games 3 and 4, and 5 if necessary, will be played at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx.
The Dodgers and Yankees split their only two regular-season meetings, both in LA. The Dodgers took the opener 2-1 on June 7 but the Yankees answered back with an 11-3 thrashing the next night.
Yankees vs Dodgers Projected Starting Pitchers
| Yankees | Reg. Seas. Stats | Playoff Stats |
|---|---|---|
| Gerrit Cole | 3.41 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, 95.0 IP | 3.31 ERA, 1.53 WHIP, 16.1 IP |
| Carlos Rodon | 3.96 ERA, 1.22, 175.0 IP | 4.40 ERA, 1.12 WHIP, 14.1 IP |
| Clarke Schmidt | 2.85 ERA, 1.18 WHIP, 85.1 IP | 3.86 ERA, 1.29 WHIP, 9.1 IP |
| Dodgers | Reg. Seas. Stats | Playoff Stats |
| Walker Buehler | 5.38 ERA, 1.55 WHIP, 75.1 IP | 6.00 ERA, 1.44 WHIP, 9.0 IP |
| Yoshinobu Yamamoto | 3.00 ERA, 1.11 WHIP, 90.0 IP | 5.11 ERA, 1.22 WHIP, 12.1 IP |
| Jack Flaherty | 3.17 ERA, 1.07 WHIP, 162.0 IP | 7.04 ERA, 1.43 WHIP, 15.1 IP |
The Yankees project to have an advantage in starting pitching. Gerrit Cole hasn’t quite regained his 2023 Cy Young form since coming back from injury in late June but he still represents the most-consistent option in either dugout. Cole has a solid 3.31 ERA in the 2024 playoffs but has recorded just 12 Ks in 16.1 postseason.
For the Dodgers, the glimpse of brilliance from Walker Buehler in Game 4 against the Mets was a welcome sight. Buehler had a hideous 5.38 ERA in 75 innings in the regular season, and he was hammered for six runs on seven hits with no strikeouts over 5.0 innings in his first playoff start against the Padres. But on Wednesday, he pitched 4.0 scoreless innings against the Mets, allowing just three hits and a walk with six Ks.
As the MLB postseason heats up, all eyes are on the Los Angeles Dodgers and the New York Yankees as two of the top contenders for the World Series title. With both teams boasting impressive rosters and strong performances throughout the regular season, it’s no surprise that they are currently the favorites in World Series betting odds.
The Dodgers, who finished the regular season with a league-best record of 106-56, have been dominant on both sides of the ball. Led by star players like Mookie Betts, Cody Bellinger, and Clayton Kershaw, the Dodgers have shown their ability to win games in a variety of ways. Their deep lineup and strong pitching staff make them a formidable opponent for any team in the postseason.
On the other hand, the Yankees have also had a strong season, finishing with a record of 92-70. With sluggers like Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, and DJ LeMahieu leading the way, the Yankees have one of the most potent offenses in baseball. Their pitching staff, anchored by Gerrit Cole and Aroldis Chapman, has also been solid throughout the season.
Despite the Yankees’ strong performance, many sportsbooks are favoring the Dodgers over the Yankees in World Series betting odds. This is likely due to the Dodgers’ superior record and overall performance throughout the season. Additionally, the Dodgers have been to the World Series in recent years, giving them valuable postseason experience that could give them an edge over the Yankees.
Of course, anything can happen in baseball, and both teams have the talent and depth to make a deep postseason run. Ultimately, it will come down to which team can perform when it matters most and execute under pressure. As the postseason unfolds, fans and bettors alike will be eagerly watching to see if the Dodgers can live up to their favored status or if the Yankees can pull off an upset and claim another World Series title.
