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World Series viewership struggles against NFL competition amid potential labor issues

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 4:07 AM

Last updated Oct 30, 2026

World Series viewership struggles against NFL competition amid potential labor issues

Summary

During Game 3 of the World Series on October 30, the Milwaukee Brewers faced the Tampa Bay Rays, attracting around 8.3 million viewers. In comparison, the NFL game between the Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles garnered approximately 18.8 million viewers. Viewership for earlier World Series games was stronger, with Game 1 averaging 12.26 million and Game 2 at 10.85 million. Ratings for the Series have dropped significantly, which raises concerns for MLB as negotiations on a new collective bargaining agreement are set to begin.

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By the Numbers

•Game 3 of the World Series is currently in progress.
•NFL game drew nearly 10 million more viewers than the World Series.
•Earlier World Series games saw an average of 12.26 million viewers for Game 1.
•Collective bargaining agreement expires on December 1, facing difficult negotiations.
•Viewership dropped to a record low of 9.11 million for the 2023 Rangers-Diamondbacks World Series.

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4:07 AMYahoo Sports — Major League Baseball Has a Problem, and the NFL Is Only Part of It

What they're saying

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"Baseball can control whether there are baseball games to watch in 2027. If owners and players can't figure that out, they won't have to worry about the NFL stealing their audience." The post Major League Baseball Has a Problem, and the NFL Is Only Part of It appeared first on Barrett Media.
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