The Yankees are sticking with the same batting lineup after scoring 11 runs in their last game, while Hideki Matsui, the 2009 World Series MVP, will throw out the ceremonial first pitch before Game 5. Anthony Volpe, who idolized Derek Jeter as a kid, had a special moment with his hero after his heroics in Game 4. The Yankees need to find steady momentum during Game 5, with John Smoltz discussing the mental toughness required and the pressure on Aaron Judge for a big performance.
World Series Game 3 drew 13.64 million viewers, beating Monday Night Football in the ratings. Two Yankees fans interfered with Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts in a previous game and have been banned for Game 5. Shohei Ohtani’s World Series debut has stoked national pride in Japan, with his hometown organizing watch parties to support him.
Legendary radio sports commentator John Sterling made a surprise return to the microphone to celebrate the Yankees’ win in Game 4 of the World Series. Overall, the World Series has been a highly-watched and exciting event with intense fan involvement and thrilling moments on the field.
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