As Gleyber Torres of the New York Yankees prepares to face the first pitch of the 2024 World Series, he’ll have journeyed nearly 2,500 miles to take his place on the field.
This long journey underscores the dedication and determination it takes to reach this stage.
Yet, there was a time in baseball history when such a matchup with the Dodgers could be reached with just a short walk, highlighting how the sport’s landscape and teams have evolved over time.
