Brewers take 1-0 lead in World Series with Game 1 win
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Last updated Oct 24, 2026
The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Tampa Bay Rays, 3-2, in Game 1 of the World Series on October 24, 2026, at American Family Field. The Brewers scored two quick runs in the first inning, highlighted by Christian Yelich’s triple and a subsequent single from William Contreras. Despite a seven-day layoff, the Brewers showcased strong performance, which manager Pat Murphy attributed to consistent practice and preparation. They have now won eight of their last nine games. The World Series continues with further games to be played.
- •Brewers score twice in the first inning of Game 1.
- •Christian Yelich triples and William Contreras adds an RBI single.
- •Milwaukee improves to eight wins in nine postseason games.
- •Game 1 held at American Family Field on October 24, 2026.
- •Next games in the World Series will take place shortly.
- 4:30 AMCBS MLB — Rust? What rust? Brewers open World Series refreshed and ready thanks to all that winning
"The Brewers have now played nine games in the last 26 days and they've won eight of them
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