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The Milwaukee Brewers stand just one victory away from capturing the first World Series title in franchise history following an offensive explosion and a stellar pitching performance from Robert Gasser. CBS Sports Headlines reported that the Brewers secured a commanding 10-1 blowout victory over the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 3 on Monday night, putting them in position to clinch the championship as early as Tuesday night.
Road to the 2026 World Series
The Rays advanced to the Fall Classic by capturing the American League pennant, defeating the Cleveland Guardians in Game 6 of the ALCS behind a crucial home run from Junior Caminero. This appearance represents Tampa Bay’s first World Series trip since 2020 and only the third in franchise history, following a loss to the Philadelphia Phillies in 2008. On the other side, the Brewers swept the Los Angeles Dodgers to secure the National League pennant, marking their first World Series appearance since 1982.
Because neither franchise has ever claimed a championship, the 2026 postseason is guaranteed to crown a first-time champion regardless of the final outcome.
World Series Schedule and Results
The World Series opened on Friday, October 23, with the Brewers taking a narrow 3-2 victory in Game 1, followed by a 5-4 win in Game 2 on Saturday, October 24. Game 3 took place on Monday, October 26, resulting in the 10-1 blowout for Milwaukee.
Game 4 is scheduled for Tuesday, October 27, at 8 p.m. ET as the Brewers visit the Rays, with coverage on Fox, Fox Deportes, and fubo. If necessary, Game 5 will be held on Wednesday, October 28, at 8 p.m. ET in Tampa Bay. Should the series extend further, Game 6 is set for Friday, October 30, at 8 p.m. ET in Milwaukee, and Game 7 would take place on Saturday, October 31, at 8 p.m. ET.
Complete 2026 Postseason Results
The 2026 postseason began with the Wild Card Series starting on Tuesday, September 29, where the Atlanta Braves defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 5-3, the Chicago White Sox beat the Houston Astros 6-3, the New York Yankees shut out the Boston Red Sox 9-0, and the San Diego Padres blanked the Chicago Cubs 8-0. On Wednesday, September 30, the Phillies edged the Braves 4-3 in 10 innings, the White Sox completed a 2-0 sweep over the Astros with a 7-3 victory, the Yankees swept the Red Sox 9-2, and the Padres completed a 2-0 sweep over the Cubs with a 4-1 win. The Wild Card round concluded on Thursday, October 1, as the Braves defeated the Phillies 6-2 to win the series 2-1.
The Division Series commenced on Saturday, October 3, with the White Sox defeating the Guardians 3-0, the Dodgers beating the Braves 5-3, the Rays edging the Yankees 1-0, and the Brewers topping the Padres 3-2. Action continued Sunday, October 4, with the Brewers winning 4-3 over the Padres and the Braves defeating the Dodgers 3-2. On Monday, October 5, the White Sox beat the Guardians 4-3 and the Rays defeated the Yankees 5-2. Tuesday, October 6, saw the Dodgers win 3-1 against the Braves and the Padres defeat the Brewers 4-3. On Wednesday, October 7, the Guardians routed the White Sox 9-3, the Dodgers completed a 3-1 series victory over the Braves with a 4-1 win, and the Rays swept the Yankees 4-3 to take the series 3-0, while the Brewers won 3-1 to claim a 2-1 series lead over the Padres. The ALDS concluded after the Guardians won 9-5 on Thursday, October 8, and secured a 3-2 series victory with a 2-0 shutout on Saturday, October 10.
The Championship Series started on Sunday, October 11, with the Brewers taking a 2-1 win over the Dodgers. On Monday, October 12, the Brewers defeated the Dodgers 7-4, while the Guardians won 7-3 against the Rays in ALCS Game 1. Tuesday, October 13, featured a 3-1 victory for the Rays over the Guardians. On Wednesday, October 14, the Brewers beat the Dodgers 6-2. Thursday, October 15, brought a 3-2 win for the Guardians over the Rays and a 6-4 victory for the Brewers, who swept the Dodgers 4-0. The ALCS continued as the Rays won 7-3 on Saturday, October 17, and secured a 3-1 victory on Sunday, October 18. Tampa Bay ultimately clinched the American League pennant on Monday, October 19, with a 7-3 victory in Game 6 to eliminate the Guardians 4-2.
The Brewers look to secure their historic title in Game 4 on Tuesday night.
