Red Sox match 1946 record with 15th consecutive win
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MLB 2026 Season
Los Angeles Dodgers baseball season coverage including trades, injuries, and roster moves.
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2026-07-29 to 2026-10-26 · UTC publication dates
Coverage begins 12 Jun, 01:36 UTC
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What happened
Brewers defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers in four games in the NL Championship Series
The Milwaukee Brewers swept the Los Angeles Dodgers in four games to win the 2026 NL Championship Series.
World Series play resumes Monday, October 26, after a travel day following Game 2
A travel day separates Games 2 and 3 of the 2026 World Series, and play resumes on Monday, October 26, 2026.
Rays acquired Drew Rasmussen from the Brewers in exchange for Willy Adames
The Tampa Bay Rays acquired right-handed pitcher Drew Rasmussen from the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for shortstop Willy Adames. The two teams also exchanged relief pitchers who are no longer with either organization.
Rays defeated the Cleveland Guardians in six games in the American League Championship Series
The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Cleveland Guardians in six games to win the 2026 American League Championship Series.
Brewers finished the 2026 regular season 103-59 and won the NL Central
The Milwaukee Brewers finished the 2026 regular season with a 103-59 record, finishing first in the NL Central and earning home-field advantage in the World Series.
Brewers previously lost the 1982 World Series to the St. Louis Cardinals in seven games
The Milwaukee Brewers, representing the American League in 1982, lost the World Series to the St. Louis Cardinals in seven games. Milwaukee's only previous World Series title came in 1957 as the Milwaukee Braves.
Rays finished the 2026 regular season 98-64 and won the AL East
The Tampa Bay Rays finished the 2026 regular season with a 98-64 record and finished first in the AL East.
Rays previously appeared in two World Series, losing both
The Tampa Bay Rays lost the 2008 World Series to the Philadelphia Phillies in five games and the 2020 World Series to the Los Angeles Dodgers in six games.
Rays swept the New York Yankees in the American League Division Series
The Tampa Bay Rays swept the New York Yankees in three games in the 2026 AL Division Series.
Rays are expected to start Drew Rasmussen in Game 1, not yet officially announced
Drew Rasmussen is expected to start Game 1 of the World Series for the Tampa Bay Rays. The team had not made an official announcement as of the publication date.
Rays and Brewers open 2026 World Series in Milwaukee on Friday night
Game 1 of the 2026 World Series between the Tampa Bay Rays and the Milwaukee Brewers is scheduled for Friday, October 23, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET at American Family Field in Milwaukee. The game is broadcast on FOX.
Jacob Misiorowski led Major League Baseball in regular-season strikeouts, ERA and WHIP
Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski led Major League Baseball in strikeouts with 252, and also led in ERA and WHIP during the 2026 regular season. He finished the regular season with a 16-5 record.
Games 3 and 4 of the 2026 World Series are scheduled in Tampa Bay
The Tampa Bay Rays will host Games 3 and 4 of the 2026 World Series. Game 5 will also be played in Tampa Bay if the series reaches that game.
Brewers defeated the San Diego Padres in four games in the NL Division Series
The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the San Diego Padres in four games in the 2026 NL Division Series.
Neither the Rays nor the Brewers has previously won a World Series
The Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers have never won a World Series championship. This is the first World Series since 1980 in which two franchises without a prior title meet.
Game 6 and Game 7 of the 2026 World Series are scheduled in Milwaukee if necessary
If the series reaches Game 6, it returns to Milwaukee on Friday, October 30, 2026. A Game 7, if necessary, is scheduled at American Family Field in Milwaukee on Saturday, October 31, 2026.
Bryan Baker tied for regular-season MLB lead with 41 saves
Rays closer Bryan Baker tied Cade Smith for the league lead with 41 saves in the regular season. In the 2026 playoffs, Baker has recorded five saves and allowed three baserunners across seven scoreless innings in seven outings.
Brewers add Brandon Woodruff to World Series roster in place of Chad Patrick
The Brewers added right-handed pitcher Brandon Woodruff to their 26-man World Series roster, replacing right-handed reliever Chad Patrick on the 13-man pitching staff.
World Series Game 1 scheduled for Friday evening in Milwaukee
World Series Game 1 between the Brewers and Rays was scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. CT on Friday, October 23, 2026, at American Family Field in Milwaukee.
Neither the Brewers nor the Rays has previously won a World Series
Neither the Milwaukee Brewers nor the Tampa Bay Rays has won a World Series in franchise history, so the 2026 series guarantees a first-time champion.
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Caglianone advances to All-Star Home Run Derby spotlight
Caglianone selected for 2026 All-Star Home Run Derby competition.
Caglianone joins growing Royals injury list with shoulder soreness
Royals suffer another injury blow as Caglianone exits with shoulder soreness.
Rodriguez sidelined after errant throw as Mariners face mounting injury concerns
Rodriguez exits game after errant throw injury; Mariners face mounting health concerns.
Chisholm powers Yankees past Pirates with two-homer game
Chisholm's two-homer game leads Yankees past Pirates with season-high home scoring.
Giants pitcher Trevor McDonald exits game with undisclosed injury
Giants pitcher Trevor McDonald exits game with undisclosed injury.
Witt exits game with back tightness as Royals navigate injury challenges
All-Star Bobby Witt Jr. exits with back tightness amid Royals' injury crisis.
Red Sox extend winning streak to 12 with comeback victory over Rays
Red Sox win 12th straight, comeback 7-6 over Rays with Abreu's go-ahead homer.
Tigers shut out Angels as Detroit extends winning streak to 11 of 14
Tigers beat Angels 7-0, extending their hot streak as Detroit wins 11 of last 14 games.
Phillies acquire White Sox outfielder Hill amid roster adjustments
Phillies trade for White Sox outfielder Derek Hill to address roster depth amid García's injury.