Brewers return to World Series after years of near misses
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 8:54 PM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026

The Milwaukee Brewers are set to compete in the World Series for the first time since 1982. This season marks a significant moment for long-time fans, particularly those who recollect their previous triumph in the American League Championship Series. The Brewers clinched the pennant earlier this month, reigniting hopes among the fanbase, especially for those who endured years of underperformance. The current team is noted for its excitement, with fans reflecting on the club's history and the emotional connection to the franchise through generations.
- •Brewers last reached the World Series in 1982.
- •The team clinched the pennant earlier this month.
- •Long-time fans share emotional connections to the franchise.
- •Current season's team is seen as the most exciting in years.
- •Fans recall their previous struggles during years of underperformance.
- 8:54 PMYahoo Sports — “Just one before I die”
"My dad watched the 1982 Brewers lose the World Series at age 15. 44 years later, we’re watching together.
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