Here’s what to know about the 2024 Little League Classic
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With Little League players, coaches and families looking on, the Yankees and Tigers will take the field on Aug. 18 for a special ballgame.
The two clubs will meet in the seventh annual Little League Classic at Historic Bowman Field in Williamsport, Pa. The regular-season contest begins at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN.
Here’s everything you need to know about the 2024 MLB Little League Classic.
What is the MLB Little League Classic?
It is an annual MLB game played in Williamsport primarily in front of Little League Baseball World Series players and their families. The event helps reinforce MLB’s commitment to youth baseball and its young fans from all over the world.
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Where will the game be played?
As in years past, the game will be played at Historic Bowman Field, which is the home of the Williamsport Crosscutters of the MLB Draft League. The ballpark, which opened in 1926, was renovated prior to the inaugural MLB Little League Classic in 2017 to meet MLB standards.
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How can I watch the game?
First pitch is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET on Aug. 18 on ESPN. The game will also be available on ESPN Radio.
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What’s the history of MLB games in Williamsport?
The Phillies and Nationals met in the 2023 edition of the Little League Classic. Previous matchups have featured the Pirates vs. Cardinals (2017), Mets vs. Phillies (2018), Pirates vs. Cubs (2019), Guardians vs. Angels (2021) and Orioles vs. Red Sox (2022).
This will be the first time the Tigers or Yankees have participated in the event.
Is there anything else fans should know?
- This will count as a home game for the Tigers, who will host the Yankees at Comerica Park on Aug. 16-17 before the teams travel to Williamsport.
- The 2024 Little League Baseball World Series is scheduled to take place in Williamsport from Aug. 14-25.