Rays trail Brewers 3-2 in World Series after Game 1 loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 1:53 AM
Last updated Oct 25, 2026

The Tampa Bay Rays lost 3-2 to the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 1 of the World Series. Despite the defeat, the Rays mounted a late comeback attempt with a run in the top of the ninth inning, ending with two runners on base. Chandler Simpson expressed confidence in his team's performance, noting their resilience after conceding an early run. The Rays scored first in Game 2, with Simpson driving in a run in the first inning. Drew Rasmussen is set to pitch for Tampa Bay as they aim to even the series.
- •Rays drop Game 1 of the World Series to Brewers 3-2.
- •Simpson and the Rays scored a run in the ninth inning.
- •Brewers took an early lead, but Rays kept the game close.
- •Simpson knocked in an early run in Game 2.
- •Drew Rasmussen is starting Game 2 for the Rays.
- 1:53 AMYahoo Sports — Chandler Simpson gets completely honest on Rays’ secret weapon
"The Tampa Bay Rays were unsuccessful in Game 1 of the World Series as they dropped a 3-2 decision to the Milwaukee Brewers. However, the Rays rallied with a run in the top of the ninth inning and had two runners on base when their rally came to an end. Despite the loss, Rays speedy left fielder Chandler Simpson thought his team acquitted itself […] The post Chandler Simpson gets completely honest on Rays’ secret weapon appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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