MLB Postseason Gains Viewers Amid NFL Competition, Boosting League’s Engagement

Major League Baseball is seeing a surge in postseason viewership. The National League Championship Series' first game between the Mets and Dodgers drew over 8 million viewers. The American League Championship Series opener between the Yankees and Guardians attracted over 3 million views. Both games competed with NFL primetime slots. MLB's recent gains follow strong division series ratings. They come after a successful 2024 regular season, credited to shorter games and rule changes to increase fan engagement.