Major League Baseball has officially announced that the 2023 World Series will begin on October 24, concluding its experimental ‘flex start’ initiative for the postseason. The decision marks a shift from the league’s earlier proposal to potentially start the Fall Classic earlier if both league championship series concluded swiftly. This year’s schedule is now locked into the traditional October 24 start date, a return to past norms for the prestigious event.
The move to discontinue the ‘flex start’ plan was made after careful consideration by MLB officials. The league had previously introduced the idea of an earlier start date as a way to accommodate the potential shortened duration of the league championship series. However, the decision to revert to a fixed start date suggests a preference for consistency and predictability in scheduling, rather than adapting to possible variations in the length of the playoffs.
With the World Series set for October 24, fans can now look forward to the traditional spectacle of the Fall Classic, which typically culminates in a championship matchup between the American League and National League champions. The decision to maintain a fixed start date also simplifies the scheduling for fans, broadcasters, and teams, as it ensures a clear timeline for the upcoming postseason events.