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How many games do you have to win in the World Series? – NBC New York

The Los Angeles Dodgers enter Game 4 of the World Series on Tuesday night with one win (27 outs) from the team's first full-season championship in more than 30 years.

But first, the Dodgers must enter Yankee Stadium for Game 4, where the Bronx Bombers are determined to avoid the sweep and extend the series.

In order for this to happen, they will need stronger offensive production from the lineup, including Aaron Judge.

So how many games does it take to win a World Series? Here's what you need to know:

How many games are there in the Word series?

The championship round of the MLB playoffs is best of seven.

How many games does a team have to win in the World Series?

To win the World Series, a team must win four games.

What is the World Series format?

The World Series features a 2-3-2 format, with the higher seed hosting Games 1 and 2, and also Games 6 and 7 if necessary.

When is Dodgers vs. Yankees World Series Game 4?

The Dodgers and Yankees will be back at Yankee Stadium on Tuesday, October 29th.

When does Game 4 of the Dodgers vs. Yankees World Series begin?

First pitch is scheduled for 5:08 p.m. PT.

Which TV channel is Dodgers vs. Yankees World Series Game 4 on?

Dodgers-Yankees Game 4 will air on Fox.

How to live stream Game 4 of the Dodgers vs. Yankees World Series

The action can also be streamed on FoxSports.com and the Fox Sports app.

Dodgers vs. Yankees World Series schedule

Here's a look at the remaining World Series schedule (* = if necessary):

Game 4: Dodgers at Yankees, Oct. 29, 5:08 p.m. PT

Game 5*: Dodgers at Yankees, Oct. 30, 5:08 p.m. PT

Game 6*: Yankees at Dodgers, Nov. 1, 5:08 p.m. PT

Game 7*: Yankees at Dodgers, Nov. 2, 5:08 p.m. PT

How many World Series sweeps were there?

The Dodgers are looking to become the 22nd team to win the World Series.

When was the last World Series sweep?

As previously mentioned, the last World Series win was the Giants' 2012 championship win over the Tigers.

Has a team ever come from behind 3-0 to win the World Series?

Only one team in MLB history has overcome a 3-0 playoff series deficit, but that was not the case in the World Series.

The 2004 Boston Red Sox erased a 3-0 ALCS deficit against the Yankees en route to winning the franchise's first championship since 1918.