Rays trail Brewers 2-0 after first inning of World Series Game 1
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 12:53 AM
Last updated Oct 24, 2026
The Tampa Bay Rays are behind 2-0 against the Milwaukee Brewers after one inning in Game 1 of the 2026 World Series. Rays starter Nick Martinez allowed two runs in the opening frame, a decision made over ace Drew Rasmussen, who was available for the start. This choice faces scrutiny as the Rays now contend with Brewers’ Jacob Misiorowski, a top Cy Young Award candidate. Tampa Bay's strategy may factor into future games, where Rasmussen is positioned to take the mound in Game 2.
- •Rays elected to start veteran Nick Martinez over Drew Rasmussen.
- •Martinez gave up two runs in the first inning.
- •Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski is pitching for Milwaukee.
- •Rays plan to have Rasmussen start Game 2.
- •Tampa Bay faces a significant challenge early in the game.
- 12:53 AMYahoo Sports — Rays World Series Game 1 pitching decision already looks bad
"The Rays opted not to start their ace Drew Rasmussen and in the first inning it looks like a bad choice.
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