Rays vs. Brewers live updates, lineups, where to watch: Nick Martinez, Jacob Misiorowski open World Series as both teams chase first title
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Key Points:
- The 2026 World Series will feature the top-seeded Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers, both aiming for their first championship, with Game 1 starting at 8 p.m. ET Friday at American Family Field in Milwaukee.
- The Rays enter the postseason as the American League's best record holders and come off strong performances, including a sweep of the Yankees and a comeback win against the Guardians in the ALCS.
- Tampa Bay's Game 1 starter is right-hander Nick Martinez, who has a 15-6 record and a 3.10 ERA this season, and recently pitched effectively in the ALCS.
- The Brewers, boasting a 7-1 postseason record, swept the Dodgers in the NLCS and will start ace right-hander Jacob Misiorowski, who has a 16-5 record and a 1.80 ERA this season.
- Fans can follow live updates and highlights of the World Series Game 1 on Yahoo Sports, with the game broadcast on Fox.
