Brewers withstand Rays' comeback attempt to win 3-2 in Game 1 of World Series
- On Friday, October 23, 2026, the Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 3-2 in Game 1 of the World Series, securing a 1-0 series lead before 43,250 fans at American Family Field.
- Starter Jacob Misiorowski set a World Series record with a 103.5 mph fastball to open the game, while Christian Yelich's first-inning RBI triple ignited a two-run rally that proved decisive.
- A ninth-inning double play was overturned after replay review showed shortstop Cooper Pratt's foot off the bag; closer Trevor Megill then struck out Jonny DeLuca with runners in scoring position to preserve the victory.
- This victory marks Milwaukee's first home World Series win since 1982, ending a 44-year drought and positioning the Brewers advantageously, as Game 1 winners historically claim the championship 62.8% of the time.
- Game 2 is scheduled for Saturday at 8 p.m. ET, with Milwaukee pitcher Logan Henderson facing Tampa Bay starter Drew Rasmussen before the series shifts to Florida.
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