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World Series Game 1 Discussion: Milwaukee Brewers (0-0) vs. Tampa Bay Rays (0-0)
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Key Points:
- The 2026 World Series Game 1 features the Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays, both seeking their first championship, with the Brewers making their second appearance since 1982 and the Rays their third after 2008 and 2020.
- The Brewers dominated the National League with a 103-59 record and swept the Dodgers in the NLCS, while the Rays won the AL East and overcame a 2-1 deficit against the Guardians to win the ALCS in six games.
- Brewers ace Brandon Woodruff, returning from a shoulder injury and inactive since July 4, was added to the World Series roster but will not start Game 1; that role goes to Jacob Misiorowski, who has started all Brewers’ postseason Game 1s.
- The Rays will start Nick Martinez on the mound, giving rest to their top pitchers Drew Rasmussen and Freddy Peralta, with Martinez posting a solid 3.10 ERA during the regular season and effective postseason outings.
- Both teams have adjusted their lineups strategically, with the Brewers mixing right- and left-handed batters and the Rays placing speedster Chandler Simpson third to set up power hitter Junior Caminero cleanup, highlighting tactical moves for the series opener.
