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The recently concluded World Series drew an average of 15.71 million viewers, marking the most-watched edition since 2017. What's especially impressive about this figure is that it did not include Canadian ratings, yet still managed to outperform many recent NBA Finals. The absence of a U.S. second team, such as the Dodgers or Yankees, typically limits a series' appeal, yet the strong ratings indicate a robust national interest in baseball. Meanwhile, Canadian ratings hit record numbers, with viewership surpassing Olympic-level broadcasts, emphasizing the sport's broad appeal beyond U.S. borders.