World Series viewership down 6% after first two games
ESPN MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 12:28 AM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026

The World Series matchup between the Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays has seen ratings decline by 6% through the first two games. Despite predictions of record-low viewership, the series is performing better than anticipated. As the games continue, attention turns to how the ratings will evolve for the remainder of the series.
- •World Series ratings down 6% through two games.
- •Matchup features Brewers and Rays.
- •Initial predictions indicated potential record-low viewership.
- •Series performance is exceeding early expectations.
- 1:14 AMESPN MLB — World Series down only 6% through first two games amid low ratings predictions
"For those fearing record-low ratings for the World Series, the matchup between the Brewers and Rays is exceeding expectations.
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