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Milwaukee Brewers win World Series, ending 44-year championship drought

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 4:25 AM

Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Milwaukee Brewers win World Series, ending 44-year championship drought

Summary

The Milwaukee Brewers secured their first championship by defeating the Tampa Bay Rays 4-1 in Game 5 of the World Series on October 28, 2026. This victory ends a 44-year wait for the franchise, which last appeared in the World Series in 1982. The Brewers clinched the title with a remarkable 103-win season and an impressive 11-2 postseason record, overcoming teams like the Padres and Dodgers along the way. Their triumph is celebrated not just by the team but by a city that rallied behind them throughout this journey, with fans showing unwavering support at watch parties and community celebrations. The Brewers' success marks a historic moment in Milwaukee sports.

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By the Numbers

•Brewers win the World Series for the first time in franchise history.
•Team finishes postseason with an 11-2 record.
•Milwaukee fans hosted watch parties with 31,000 attendees per game.
•Brewers last reached the World Series in 1982, losing to the Cardinals.
•Champion team achieves 103 wins in the regular season.

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4:25 AMYahoo Sports — 44 YEARS OF HEARTBREAK ARE OVER! THE MILWAUKEE BREWERS JUST DELIVERED ONE OF THE GREATEST POSTSEASONS IN BASEBALL HISTORY

What they're saying

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For 44 years, Milwaukee has waited for another chance to celebrate a World Series championship. Generations of Brewers fans have grown up hearing about the 1982 team, wondering what it would feel like to watch their own team reach the very top of baseball. Now, they finally have their answer. The Milwaukee Brewers are World…
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