The stage is set for the 2024 World Series and the anticipation for Game 1 between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the New York Yankees is palpable. This matchup features two historic teams competing for the championship title that promises an exhilarating start-to-finish series.

The Los Angeles Dodgers' strategic investments during the offseason have proven successful, as they triumphed over the New York Mets and are now gearing up for their 13th World Series appearance and their fourth since 2017. A significant addition was the star player Shohei Ohtani, whose talents at the plate have not only impressed but also made a substantial impact on the game for the Dodgers throughout the season.

The New York Yankees, after defeating the Cleveland Guardians, are brimming with determination to claim their 28th championship title, their first since 2009. The Yankees will rely on Aaron Judge, who tends to excel in big moments, having reached base in four of the five ALCS games. With the 2023 AL Cy Young Award winner, Gerrit Cole, starting as pitcher in the series, the Yankees are poised to come out strong with their best lineup.

As we eagerly await Game 1 of the 2024 World Series, here's a look at the bracket for the upcoming showdown that begins on Friday.

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2024 World Series schedule

New York Yankees vs. Los Angeles Dodgers

Best-of-seven series; x - if necessary

Game 1, Friday, Oct. 25: New York Yankees vs. Los Angeles Dodgers - 8:08 p.m. ET | FOX

Game 2, Saturday, Oct. 26: New York Yankees vs. Los Angeles Dodgers - 8:08 p.m. ET | FOX

Game 3, Monday, Oct. 28: Los Angeles Dodgers vs. New York Yankees - 8:08 p.m. ET | FOX

Game 4, Tuesday, Oct. 29: Los Angeles Dodgers vs. New York Yankees - 8:08 p.m. ET | FOX

x-Game 5, Wednesday, Oct. 30: Los Angeles Dodgers vs. New York Yankees - 8:08 p.m. ET | FOX

x-Game 6, Friday, Nov. 1: New York Yankees vs. Los Angeles Dodgers - 8:08 p.m. ET | FOX

x-Game 7, Saturday, Nov. 2: New York Yankees vs. Los Angeles Dodgers - 8:08 p.m. ET | FOX

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MLB postseason bracket

Wild Card Round

American League Championship Wild Card Round

• No. 5 Kansas City Royals def. No. 4 Baltimore Orioles, 2-0

• No. 6 Detroit Tigers def. No. 3 Houston Astros, 2-0

National League Championship Wild Card Round

• No. 4 San Diego Padres def. No. 5 Atlanta Braves, 2-0

• No. 6 New York Mets def. No. 3 Milwaukee Brewers, 2-1

Division Round

American League Division Series

• No. 1 New York Yankees def. No. 5 Kansas City Royals, 3-1

• No. 2 Cleveland Guardians def. No. 6 Detroit Tigers, 3-2

National League Division Series

• No. 1 Los Angeles Dodgers def. No. 4 San Diego Padres, 3-2

• No. 6 New York Mets def. No. 2 Philadelphia Phillies, 3-1

Championship Series

American League Championship Series

• No. 1 New York Yankees def. No. 2 Cleveland Guardians, 4-1

National League Championship Series

• No. 1 Los Angeles Dodgers def. No. 6 New York Mets, 4-2

2024 MLB postseason schedule and results

Best-of-seven series; all times Eastern

∎ American League Championship Series

Yankees won series 4-1

Game 1: Yankees 5, Guardians 2

Game 2: Yankees 6, Guardians 3

Game 3: Guardians 7, Yankees 5 (10 innings)

Game 4: Yankees 5, Guardians 2

∎ National League Championship Series

Dodgers won series 4-2

Game 1 Dodgers 9, Mets 0

Game 2: Mets 7, Dodgers 3

Game 3: Dodgers 8, Mets 0

Game 4: Dodgers 10, Mets 2

Game 5: Mets 12, Dodgers 6

Game 6: Dodgers 10, Mets 5

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: World Series schedule: Yankees vs. Dodgers