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Tokyo Series Sets MLB Records with 25M Viewers

3/21/2025

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The Tokyo Series on March 18-19, 2025, between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs shattered MLB records, captivating over 25 million viewers in Japan. With merchandise sales soaring past $40 million, Shohei Ohtani's jersey was a standout favorite. This thrilling event became MLB's largest standalone international spectacle, uniting fans across the globe.

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The Tokyo Series on March 18-19, 2025, between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs shattered MLB records, captivating over 25 million viewers in Japan. With merchandise sales soaring past $40 million, Shohei Ohtani's jersey was a standout favorite. This thrilling event became MLB's largest standalone international spectacle, uniting fans across the globe.