MLB London's 2024 teams have been announced for a long time, but now that the season has begun, the countdown can begin. It started playing MLB games in London in 2019 and quickly became a smash hit. The Cubs and Cardinals played two games in London last year, and not only are there two games this year, but there will be more games in 2026 as well.
What to know about the MLB London Series in 2024
While the future of baseball in the UK is promising, let's stay focused on the immediate future. Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming games in the MLB London Series in 2024.
Who will play in the London 2024 series?
The New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies are the 2024 MLB London teams. Just like the Yankees and Red Sox in 2019 and the Cubs and Cardinals last year, MLB gives fans in London a pair of division rivals. This will definitely help create some excitement during gaming.
The Phillies, in particular, have been one of the best teams in the National League in recent years. They had surprising World Series success in 2022 and reached the NLCS last year. Philly's star-studded lineup includes players like Bryce Harper, Trea Turner and JT Realmuto. Harper should be well known to fans all over the world. He once seemed destined to be one of the greatest outfielders in MLB history but transitioned to being an everyday first baseman after a shoulder injury.
Of course, the Mets shouldn't be overlooked either. Despite an endlessly disappointing 2023 campaign, New York's roster is loaded with talent. Pete Alonso is one of the best power hitters in baseball, while Francisco Lindor is arguably the best shortstop in the major leagues right now. The Mets also have young rookies like Francisco Alvarez and Brett Batty playing prominent roles.
When is the 2024 London Series?
The Mets and Phillies are scheduled to play two games in London. The first match will take place on Saturday, June 8 at 6:10 PM local time while the next match is the next day on Sunday, June 9 at 3:10 PM local time.
Where is the MLB London Series played?
Similar to previous London Series games, the Mets and Phillies will play at London Stadium inside Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. The stadium first opened in 2012 and was built to host the Olympic Games that summer. Since then, London Stadium has been used to host a variety of sporting events and concerts, including baseball.
When the stadium is set up for baseball, its capacity is about 66,000 fans. Each foul pole is located just 330 feet from home plate while center field is located 385 feet from home plate. In previous London Series matches, these dimensions have helped produce high-scoring games.
In 2019, the Yankees and Red Sox combined to pitch 30 innings in their first game and 20 innings in their second. A year ago, the Cubs and Cardinals combined to score 22 points over two games at London Stadium.
How much do London 2024 Series tickets cost?
Ticket prices for MLB London Series games vary depending on their location. Adult tickets start at £54 while children's tickets are priced at £33.
The upper tier of the stadium is where fans can find the most affordable tickets. Meanwhile, the most expensive tickets are in the West Stand, which is located directly behind where home plate is located during baseball games at London Stadium.
By visiting Ticketmaster UK you can see all the tickets still available for the two London Series matches. A wide range of tickets are currently available in most sections of the stadium, including VIP packages.
