Rays Will Face Brewers in World Series to Produce a First-Time Champion

Published on October 21, 2026

National Public Radio   (10/20/26) The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Cleveland Guardians this past Monday night and will face the Milwaukee Brewers in the World Series. This will mark the first time both teams will be vying for their first title since 1980 when the Philadelphia Phillies topped the Kansas City Royals. The win occurred on the 18-year anniversary of the Rays' first AL pennant in 2008. The future looks bright for the team regardless of the World Series' outcome. New ownership has secured a deal for a new ballpark to be ready in 2029 near the NFL's Buccaneers. Read the full story from  National Public Radio .

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