Six months is a lot of time to sit and think. But Derek Shelton is glad he had it, and confident he’s better off for it. Shelton, who was introduced Tuesday as the new manager of the Twins, was dismissed by Pittsburgh in early May.

The Los Angeles Dodgers 5-4 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays in 11 innings in Game 7 of the World Series averaged 51 million viewers combined across the United States, Canada and Japan. Major League Baseball said it is the most-watched game since Game 7 of the 1991 World Series between the Minnesota Twins and Atlanta Braves.

It also means sportsbooks have released their opening odds to win the 2026 World Series. Unsurprisingly, the current state of the Minnesota Twins — and the uphill climb that lies ahead for the franchise — is reflected in their ranking within those early odds.

Game 7 of the World Series averaged 51 million viewers combined across the United States, Canada and Japan, making it the most-watched MLB game globally in 34 years, the league announced Wednesday.

Following a deeply disappointing 70-92 season that saw them finish fourth in the AL Central, the fanbase is not waiting for a final piece to a championship puzzle. Instead, they are waiting for a clear sign of direction after a confusing and painful year.

Like in the first season, 456 contestants play kids' games to avoid being eliminated and win the massive $4.56 million jackpot.