MLB's LCS Draw Biggest Viewership Since 2017

L.A. Dodgers, Atlanta Braves Win Big in Close Game Series

The MLB's League Championship Series (LCS) saw a significant surge in viewership this year, marking the highest numbers since 2017. The intense and thrilling series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Atlanta Braves kept fans on the edge of their seats.

The Dodgers emerged victorious in the National League Championship Series (NLCS), defeating the Braves in a dramatic 4-3 series win. The series was filled with close games, including a nail-biting Game 5 that went into extra innings.

In the American League Championship Series (ALCS), the Houston Astros defeated the New York Yankees in a hard-fought 4-2 series victory. Similar to the NLCS, the ALCS featured several close games, with the Astros ultimately prevailing.

Viewership Highlights

The NLCS averaged 7.22 million viewers, marking a 20% increase from the 2021 NLCS. Game 5 of the series, which went into extra innings, drew 9.03 million viewers, the highest viewership for an LCS game since 2017.

The ALCS also saw a surge in viewership, averaging 6.02 million viewers. Game 2 of the series, which featured a dominant performance by Astros pitcher Framber Valdez, drew 8.03 million viewers.

These strong viewership numbers indicate a renewed interest in baseball, particularly in the postseason. The exciting and competitive nature of the LCS series captivated fans and drew them back to the game.

Astros, Dodgers Advance to World Series

With their respective LCS victories, the Astros and Dodgers have advanced to the World Series, which is set to begin on October 28th. The two teams will face off in a best-of-seven series to determine the 2022 World Series champion.

The Astros are making their fourth World Series appearance in the past six years, while the Dodgers are seeking their second World Series title in three years. The series promises to be a thrilling and competitive matchup between two of the best teams in baseball.