As if the clash between teams from the country's two largest cities – from opposite coasts – wasn't enough to make league officials (and television executives) laugh, there's also the matchup between the sport's two hottest players.

The New York Yankees travel to Los Angeles to take on the Dodgers tonight. And that means Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge will be on the same field. It's the MLB version of Larry Bird versus Magic Johnson.

Both players are larger than life. Both teams have large, dedicated followings. And as icing on the cake, the Yankees are making their first World Series appearance in 15 years, despite multiple trips to the postseason.

Even if you're just a casual baseball fan, this is a must-see. Whether you bid the Boys of Summer a fond farewell with a cold beer, Cracker Jacks or a hot dog, there are plenty of ways to watch this historic event. And if you're unable to watch from your sofa or your favorite pub when the games are played, we've got you covered.

When and where will the 2024 World Series be played?

Game 1 (Los Angeles): Friday, October 25, 8:08 p.m. ET on Fox

Game 2 (Los Angeles): Saturday, October 26, 8:08 p.m. ET on Fox

Game 3 (New York): Monday, October 28, 8:08 p.m. ET on Fox

Game 4 (New York): Tuesday, October 29, 8:08 p.m. ET on Fox

Game 5 (New York, if applicable): Wed, Oct 30, 8:08pm ET on Fox

Game 6 (Los Angeles, if necessary): Friday, November 1, 8:08 p.m. ET on Fox

Game 7 (Los Angeles, if necessary): Saturday, November 2, 8:08 p.m. ET on Fox

How can I watch the 2024 World Series for free even if I don't have cable?

The World Series is broadcast on Fox, so you have a very good chance of getting the game over the air at no cost to you other than the cost of the equipment (which typically ranges from $10 to $20). To ensure you get the most reliable signal, get a good HD antenna and test it in several locations around your home.

Can I stream the 2024 World Series live online if I don't have a cable subscription?

Absolutely! There are several online options. If you Do If you have a cable subscription, the game will be streamed live on the Fox Sports Go app. (You can also try logging into Fox.com or using the Fox Now app.) Otherwise, one of these should work.

Disney+

Disney's bundle of Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ no longer has a free trial, so you'll have to pay $17 per month for all three combined (or $30 per month if you don't see any ads on Hulu).

Including live TV in the package increases the price to $77 per month ($90 without ads).

Hulu with live TV

The free trial of this service lasts three days. After that, it will cost you $77 per month.

YouTubeTV

After a free trial, you can expect to pay monthly fees of $73.

Sling TV

Dish Network's Sling's lower “Orange” plan will set you back $40 per month. Adding the more comprehensive “Blue” plan increases the cost to $55 per month. Unfortunately, the seven-day free trial has disappeared.

DirecTV stream

Formerly known as DirecTV Now, AT&T TVNow and AT&T TV, this oft-renamed streaming service costs $80 per month and up after the free trial.

Fubo TV

This sports-focused cord-cutting service operates broadcast networks in most markets. There's a seven-day free trial, followed by monthly fees of $80 and up depending on the channels you choose.

Does Major League Baseball offer any viewing options to watch the World Series?

MLB.TV features every postseason game, including archived broadcasts of the playoffs. There is no free trial, but for $29.99 you can watch the World Series games. If you'd rather just listen to the games, it's only $3.99. In any case, you will need to authenticate a subscription with a participating pay TV provider in order to live stream the games.

How many World Series titles have the Yankees and Dodgers won?

There are many wins between these two teams. The Yankees lead the MLB with 27 World Series titles. The Dodgers are seventh overall with six wins.