Tickets for this year's World Series are the most expensive ever

Tickets for this year's highly anticipated World Series are witnessing record highs on the secondary market, with average prices around $1,703. This narrowly surpasses the previous record from 2016, more than doubling last year's average. The Series kicks off this week in Los Angeles, with initial games featuring ticket prices starting at $975. Game three in New York sees standing room tickets at $1,476, with seats reaching $1,790. The soaring prices are fueled by the clash of major teams, the Yankees and Dodgers, which last met in 1981. This matchup draws attention due to the prominence of their cities and star players, alongside historic world titles. The Series promises to break viewership records, being broadcast to avid fans eager to witness this iconic sporting event.