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Here's how to watch and stream Game 3 of the 2024 World Series live online and free without cable: Fox, New York Yankees, Los Angeles Dodgers

The first two games of the 2024 World Series had more drama than the championship games of the last two years combined.

Between Shohei Ohtani's injury in the second game and Freddie Freeman's 10thTh With the grand slam inning in Game 1, both games were riveting drama that was impossible to escape (though many Yankees fans might have wanted to).

Ohtani is scheduled to return to action tonight, much to the relief of Dodgers fans, with the series returning to Yankee Stadium for the first time since 2009. However, New York fans are less excited than before. Game 3 ticket prices on the secondary market have dropped following LA's two straight wins.

Honestly, it doesn't matter how much you like watching baseball, you won't want to miss this year's series. And you have lots of options for watching. If you can't watch the games from your sofa or your favorite pub, we've got you covered.

When and where will the 2024 World Series be played?

Game 3 (New York): Monday, October 28, 8:08 p.m. ET on Fox

Game 4 (New York): Tuesday, October 29, 8:08 p.m. ET on Fox

Game 5 (New York, if applicable): Wed, Oct 30, 8:08pm ET on Fox

Game 6 (Los Angeles, if necessary): Friday, November 1, 8:08 p.m. ET on Fox

Game 7 (Los Angeles, if necessary): Saturday, November 2, 8:08 p.m. ET on Fox

How can I watch the 2024 World Series for free even if I don't have cable?

The World Series is broadcast on Fox, so it's easy to watch the game over the air—and it won't cost you anything other than the price of the equipment (which typically ranges from $10 to $20). To ensure you get the most reliable signal, get a good HD antenna and test it in several locations around your home.

Can I stream the 2024 World Series live online if I don't have a cable subscription?

You absolutely can. There are several online options. If you Do If you have a cable subscription, the game will be streamed live on the Fox Sports Go app. (You can also try logging into Fox.com or using the Fox Now app.) Otherwise, one of these should work.

Disney+

Disney's bundle of Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ no longer has a free trial, so you'll have to pay $17 per month for all three combined (or $30 per month if you don't see any ads on Hulu).

Including live TV in the package increases the price to $77 per month ($90 without ads).

Hulu with live TV

The free trial of this service lasts three days. After that, it will cost you $77 per month.

YouTubeTV

After a free trial, you can expect to pay monthly fees of $73.

Sling TV

Dish Network's Sling's lower “Orange” plan will set you back $40 per month. Adding the more comprehensive “Blue” plan increases the cost to $55 per month. Unfortunately, the seven-day free trial has disappeared.

DirecTV stream

Formerly known as DirecTV Now, AT&T TVNow and AT&T TV, this oft-renamed streaming service costs $80 per month and up after the free trial.

Fubo TV

This sports-focused cord-cutting service operates broadcast networks in most markets. There's a seven-day free trial, followed by monthly fees of $80 and up depending on the channels you choose.

Does Major League Baseball offer any viewing options to watch the World Series?

MLB.TV features every postseason game, including archived broadcasts of the playoffs. There is no free trial, but for $29.99 you can watch the World Series games. If you'd rather just listen to the games, it's only $3.99. In any case, you will need to authenticate a subscription with a participating pay TV provider in order to live stream the games.

What is the status of Shohei Ohtani?

While trying to steal second base in the seventh inning on Saturday, Ohtani suffered a shoulder injury and was later diagnosed with a subluxation, or partial dislocation, of his left shoulder. He did not travel with the team to New York.

Still, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed Sunday that Ohtani is expected to play in Game 3. “I think he's obviously very aware of himself and his body,” Roberts said. “So if he feels well enough to go then I don't see any reason why he shouldn't be in there.”