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Brewers earn historic win in World Series Game 1 against Rays

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Last updated Oct 24, 2026

Brewers earn historic win in World Series Game 1 against Rays

Summary

The Milwaukee Brewers claimed Game 1 of the 2026 World Series against the Tampa Bay Rays, winning 3-2 at Miller Park on Friday night. This victory marks the first World Series win for the Brewers in 44 years. William Contreras contributed significantly with two hits and an early run batted in during the first inning. The Brewers built a 2-1 lead which the Rays cut down, but Milwaukee responded with a seventh-inning run to secure the win. Game 2 of the series takes place Saturday night.

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By the Numbers

•Brewers win 3-2 in World Series Game 1 against the Rays.
•William Contreras records two hits and one RBI.
•Brewers score twice in the first inning.
•Jackson Chourio adds a crucial run in the seventh inning.
•Game 2 scheduled for Saturday night at Miller Park.

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5:38 AMYahoo Sports — Brewers’ Pat Murphy gives ‘unbelievable’ praise to William Contreras after World Series Game 1

What they're saying

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For the first time in 44 years, the Milwaukee Brewers have won a World Series game . They took down the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday night to claim Game 1 of the 2026 World Series . William Contreras played a major role in this victory. Contreras had two hits on Friday night against Tampa Bay, while driving in a run. That run came in the first inning, […] The post Brewers’ Pat Murphy gives ‘unbelievable’ praise to William Contreras after World Series Game 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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