The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Tampa Bay Rays in five games, including a 4-1 victory in Game 5, to win the first World Series title in franchise history. The championship ended a 57-season wait and came in the franchise’s 58th season; the team began as the Seattle Pilots in 1969.
WHO:The Milwaukee Brewers
WHAT:Defeated the Tampa Bay Rays in five games to win the franchise’s first World Series title.
WHEN:Reported Oct 28, 2026 at 11:24 PM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:The Brewers won the championship by defeating the Tampa Bay Rays in five games.
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