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Brewers edge Rays in World Series opener with defensive plays

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Last updated Oct 24, 2026

Brewers edge Rays in World Series opener with defensive plays

Summary

The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 3-2 in the World Series opener on October 23. Key moments included two costly baserunning mistakes by Victor Mesa Jr. and Jonathan Aranda, who were caught stealing in separate innings. The Brewers capitalized on defensive errors, including a triple by Christian Yelich that led to an early lead. The Rays struggled with runners in scoring position, finishing 0 for 6 while Milwaukee went 2 for 8. Tampa Bay looks to regroup as the series continues.

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By the Numbers

•Milwaukee leads the World Series 1-0 after the opener.
•Victor Mesa Jr. and Jonathan Aranda were thrown out stealing bases.
•Christian Yelich hit a key triple to give Milwaukee an early lead.
•Tampa Bay was 0 for 6 with runners in scoring position.
•The series continues as both teams aim for victory.

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6:24 AMYahoo Sports — Balls glancing off gloves, runners thrown out trying to steal sink Rays in World Series opener

What they're saying

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MILWAUKEE (AP) — A few inches here and some smarter baserunning by Victor Mesa Jr. there, and the Tampa Bay Rays might have won the World Series opener.
— Yahoo Sportsby RONALD BLUM

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