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World Series 2026: Brewers beat Rays in Game 5 to win first title in franchise's 57
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Key Points:
- The Milwaukee Brewers won their first World Series championship in franchise history by defeating the Tampa Bay Rays 4-1 in Game 5 of the 2026 Fall Classic.
- Jacob Misiorowski delivered a dominant shutout start, supported by a strong bullpen and consistent offensive production from the Brewers' lineup.
- The Brewers completed a 10-2 postseason run, including an eight-game winning streak that tied an MLB postseason record.
- The Tampa Bay Rays failed to make history as the first team to come back from a 3-0 deficit in the World Series, and the Brewers ended the season with a decisive defensive play by second baseman Brice Turang.
- With this victory, the Brewers are no longer among the oldest MLB teams without a title, leaving only the Padres, Rockies, Mariners, and Rays still seeking their first championship.
