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Brewers and Rays begin World Series with Yelich and Misiorowski in focus

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 6:47 PM

Last updated Oct 22, 2026

Brewers and Rays begin World Series with Yelich and Misiorowski in focus

Summary

The 2026 World Series starts Friday, featuring the Milwaukee Brewers against the Tampa Bay Rays. This series holds significant importance for Brewers stars Christian Yelich and Jacob Misiorowski. Yelich, 34, aims to secure a championship to solidify his legacy before retirement, having led the Brewers to multiple postseason appearances but never a title. Misiorowski, only 24, seeks to establish his reputation as a baseball superstar, building on his strong regular-season performance. Both players are crucial as Milwaukee pursues its first World Series championship since 1982.

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By the Numbers

•World Series starts on October 23, 2026.
•Brewers last appeared in the World Series in 1982.
•Yelich aims for a legacy-defining championship.
•Misiorowski looks to elevate his status in MLB.
•Both teams strive for their first championship title.

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6:47 PMYahoo Sports — 2 Brewers stars take center stage in legacy-defining World Series

What they're saying

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The 2026 World Series is set to begin on Friday as the Milwaukee Brewers will play the Tampa Bay Rays . It goes without saying, but both ball clubs obviously want to win the Fall Classic. However, this year’s World Series means even more for Brewers stars Christian Yelich and Jacob Misiorowski. There are plenty of stars on both teams. Everybody […] The post 2 Brewers stars take center stage in legacy-defining World Series appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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