The Dodgers and Rays are ready to kick off the World Series tonight in Arlington, Texas. The two teams will go head-to-head for the next week until someone walks about a world champion for this odd season.
But before the baseball world can crown a champion, 4 wins need to happen first. And part of securing those 4 wins involves the effectiveness of umpires behind the plate. The Dodgers had some unfortunate luck with umpiring in the NLCS, especially the last game. But in the World Series, it will be an entirely new crew.