Forecast for 2025 MLB Shows Expansion Globally, Fueled by Dodgers and Yankees' Influence
Sneak Peek into the 2025 MLB Season
Baseball enthusiasts, get ready! The 2025 Major League Baseball (MLB) season is almost upon us, and StubHub data offers some intriguing insights about the top teams, games, and growth areas.
The Los Angeles Dodgers, fresh off their 2024 World Series title, are leading the pack as the most sought-after team this season. Their international appeal, centered around stars like Shohei Ohtani, extends to Japan, the U.K., Australia, Taiwan, and Mexico. Fun fact: their Opening Day tickets are outselling those of the 29 other clubs in the league!
internationally might be the biggest hit for MLB this season. With a surge in demand outside the U.S. and Canada, the Tokyo Series between the Dodgers and Cubs is poised to be a global sensation. Tourism to regular season games is also on the rise as global demand for the league reaches an all-time high.
"Baseball's appeal is expanding beyond America's pastime," says Adam Budelli, StubHub spokesperson. "International demand for MLB tickets is at an all-time high this season, with the Dodgers leading the charge."
Top International Markets for MLB Tickets (outside of the U.S. and Canada)
- Japan
- U.K.
- Australia
- Taiwan
- Mexico
It's no surprise that the two massive brands in MLB—the Dodgers and Yankees—drive the most international demand. Japan accounts for nearly 22% of Dodgers' ticket sales outside the U.S., with the Yankees attracting buyers from 43 countries.
As for growth, the Oakland A's lead the charge, with a whopping 12x increase in overall game interest and ticket sales quadrupling compared to last year. The small seating capacity at Sacramento's Sutter Health Park has boosted Dodelli's expectations.
For the Mets, the signing of Juan Soto has fueled a sales surge. Ticket sales have tripled on StubHub, and searches for the Mets jumped 6.5x following the announcement of Soto's signing.
Below you'll find the teams with the most significant year-over-year growth (YOY):
- A's
- New York Mets
- Kansas City Royals
- Pittsburgh Pirates
- Boston Red Sox
The Red Sox have made some key moves in the off-season and are seeing a +64% jump in demand compared to last season. Their home opener against the St. Louis Cardinals is the 5th best-selling home opener, tripling the sales of their 2024 home opener against the Orioles.
For the complete rankings of in-demand MLB teams, games, and growth areas, stay tuned for StubHub's MLB Preview!
- The Los Angeles Dodgers, with their sales skyrocketing on StubHub, are anticipated to capitalize largely on MLB ticket sales in 2025, given their Famously international appeal.
- In an effort to capitalize on the growing interest in MLB, the 2025 season might see the highest sales for Dodgers' tickets, particularly with the Dodgers and Yankees leading the international demand.
- The Dodgers' ticket sales on StubHub in 2025 are expected to be significantly boosted, with Japan accounting for nearly 22% of their sales outside the U.S., followed closely by demand from 43 countries for the Yankees.
