Brewers and Rays set for 2026 World Series, guaranteeing first-time champion
Milwaukee and Tampa Bay will meet in the 2026 World Series, guaranteeing a first-time champion.
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2026-07-29 to 2026-10-26 · UTC publication dates
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Brewers take 3-1 lead in seventh inning on Chourio two-out RBI single
In the seventh inning, Jackson Chourio drove in Pratt with a two-out single off Kevin Kelly, extending the Brewers' lead to 3-1.
Trevor Megill strikes out Jonny DeLuca to end Game 1
Brewers closer Trevor Megill struck out Jonny DeLuca with runners on second and third base to end Game 1 and record his fifth postseason save in five opportunities.
Brewers defeat Rays 3-2 in Game 1 of the 2026 World Series
The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 3-2 in Game 1 of the 2026 World Series on Friday night at a sellout crowd in Milwaukee.
Rays score in fourth inning on Caminero double and Hicks groundout
In the fourth inning, Junior Caminero doubled to drive in no runs but advance Jonathan Aranda to third base, and Aranda scored on a groundout by Liam Hicks, making the score 2-1.
Brewers' only prior World Series appearance was a 1982 seven-game loss
Milwaukee's only previous World Series appearance was in 1982, when the team lost in seven games, making Game 1 of the 2026 series the franchise's first World Series game since 1982.
Game 1 winners have won the World Series 62.8% of the time
Historically, the team that wins Game 1 of the World Series has gone on to win the series 62.8% of the time.
Brewers score two first-inning runs on Yelich triple and Contreras RBI single
In the first inning, Jackson Chourio singled and scored on a one-out triple by Christian Yelich, and William Contreras followed with an RBI single to left, giving Milwaukee a 2-0 lead against Rays starter Nick Martinez.
Rays score second run in ninth inning on fielder's choice to cut lead to 3-2
In the ninth inning, Jorge Mateo scored on a fielder's choice by Liam Hicks, making the score 3-2 with runners on second and third base for Tampa Bay.
Jacob Misiorowski earns Game 1 win after allowing one run over five innings
Jacob Misiorowski allowed one run on four hits over five innings, striking out three and walking one in a 78-pitch outing, earning the win in Game 1 of the World Series.
Brewers sweep Los Angeles Dodgers in National League Championship Series
The Milwaukee Brewers swept the two-time defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League Championship Series, advancing to the 2026 World Series.
Video review overturns apparent game-ending double play in ninth inning
In the ninth inning, a replay review determined that Brewers shortstop Cooper Pratt's right foot was off the bag when he caught a throw from second baseman Brice Turang, overturning an apparent game-ending double play on a Liam Hicks grounder.
Jacob Misiorowski throws 103.5 mph first pitch, fastest in World Series history
Brewers starter Jacob Misiorowski threw a 103.5 mph fastball to open Game 1, the fastest pitch ever recorded in World Series history.
Rays score in fourth inning on Liam Hicks ground out, cutting Brewers lead to 2-1
In the fourth inning of Game 1, Liam Hicks grounded out and first baseman Jonathan Aranda scored for the Rays, narrowing the score to 2-1.
Brewers take 2-0 first-inning lead on Christian Yelich triple and William Contreras single
In the first inning of Game 1, Christian Yelich hit an RBI triple and William Contreras followed with a single, giving the Brewers a 2-0 lead.
Brewers finish 2026 regular season with 103-59 record and fourth straight NL Central title
The Brewers won a fourth consecutive NL Central title and finished the 2026 regular season with a 103-59 record, their first 100-win season in franchise history.
Milwaukee Brewers defeat Tampa Bay Rays 3-2 in Game 1 of the 2026 World Series
The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 3-2 in Game 1 of the 2026 World Series in Milwaukee. It was the Brewers' first World Series game win since 1982, their only previous World Series appearance, which ended in a seven-game loss to the St. Louis Cardinals.
Jacob Misiorowski allows one run in five innings in first World Series start
Brewers starting pitcher Jacob Misiorowski pitched five innings, allowed one run, and earned the win in his first World Series start.
Tampa Bay Rays reach 2026 World Series, their first appearance since 2020
The Tampa Bay Rays advanced to the 2026 World Series after winning the American League pennant. It was their first World Series appearance since 2020 and their third overall.
Brewers and Rays are first World Series meeting of two teams without a title since 1980
The 2026 World Series is the first meeting between two teams without a prior World Series title since the 1980 World Series, which the Philadelphia Phillies won over the Kansas City Royals in five games.
Trevor Megill strikes out Jonny DeLuca to end Game 1
Brewers reliever Trevor Megill struck out Rays right fielder Jonny DeLuca to end Game 1 with the Brewers ahead 3-2.
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