The Milwaukee Brewers lead the 2026 World Series 2-0 and aim to clinch tonight's Game 3 against the Tampa Bay Rays. Veteran right‑hander Freddy Peralta starts for Tampa Bay, while rookie lefty Robert Gasser makes his third postseason start for Milwaukee. A win would give the Brewers their first championship, and runs are expected to be scarce. The article also notes the Oakland A’s hiring Taylor Smith as president of baseball operations and hints at possible offseason lockout concerns.
The Milwaukee Brewers have set an MLB postseason merchandise record, selling 5% more than the 2022 Phillies and topping previous NLCS and Dodgers marks. The surge began after the Brewers swept the Dodgers to win the NL pennant and continued through a 2‑0 lead in the World Series against the Tampa Bay Rays, highlighted by 3‑2 and 5‑4 victories. Owner Mark Attanasio and league officials confirm the milestone as Milwaukee chases its first championship since 1982, with fans poised to buy even more memorabilia if the team clinches the title.
The Tampa Bay Rays will look to notch their first victory of the 2026 World Series Monday night at Tropicana Field when they host Game 3 against the Milwaukee Brewers.
World Series Game 3 kicks off tonight as the Tampa Bay Rays seek their first win over the 2-0 Milwaukee Brewers, with Freddy Peralta (now averaging 96.9 mph) facing Brewers left‑hander Robert Gasser. In Seattle news, former Twins manager Rocco Baldelli pulls out of the Mariners’ managerial search for family reasons, while The Seattle Times’ Adam Jude outlines three offseason priorities: a star shortstop, proven relievers, and a veteran utility player. Mariners analyst Kate Preusser joins The Enni Way podcast to discuss team identity and clubhouse leadership. Additional league updates note Astros hiring hitting director Connor Watson, Rangers closer Jacob Latz’s 2.13 ERA, and shortstop Taylor Walls’s elite defensive metrics.
Facing a 2-0 hole, the Brewers send left‑hander Robert Gasser to the mound in Game 3 after limiting opponents to one run or fewer in seven of his last eight outings. The Rays counter with Freddy Peralta, who boasts a 1.13 ERA in three playoff starts at Tropicana Field and has allowed just two earned runs over 16 ⅓ innings this postseason. Milwaukee’s bullpen is fresh after the off‑day, while Tampa Bay’s lineup could see changes: Ryan Vilade and Ben Williamson may start, and Kevin Cash may opt for Nick Fortes behind the plate against lefties. Both teams rely on home‑field strengths—Tampa Bay’s 55 regular‑season home wins and Milwaukee’s 48 road victories—to spark a comeback.
Tim Hill’s two‑year Yankees stint began as a bullpen gem, posting a 2.48 ERA, a league‑best 68.3% ground‑ball rate and 128 appearances from June 2024 to May 2026. The left‑hander’s 2025 line showed a 4.60 ERA and -1.1 fWAR, and a disastrous May 22, 2026 outing against the Rays saw his ERA balloon to 6.23, his ground‑ball rate halve and 11 homers surrender. Manager Aaron Boone left him off the Wild Card and ALDS rosters, opting for Ryan Yarbrough instead. Now a free agent at 36, Hill’s future hinges on whether teams believe he can recapture his elite sinker‑induced ground balls.
Nebraska fans revel in a chaotic college football season as the Huskers sit at 5-2 and earn a mid‑season C grade. The Huskers’ volleyball squad dominates, with Murray and Adriano leading a 3‑0 sweep of USC in the “Pink Match” (25‑12, 25‑16, 25‑13). Women’s basketball eyes a fourth straight NCAA berth after Edessa Noyan drops 20 points in a 90‑41 exhibition win over Wayne State, while the men head to Grand Island for an exhibition showdown with Kansas State on Oct. 26. The post also notes a 2‑0 World Series deficit for the Rays, the WNBA Finals venue dilemma, Doncic’s 52‑point night, and Baylor’s firing of coach Dave Aranda.
The 2026 World Series brings two title-hungry teams together. Learn about their past and the history behind baseball’s biggest stage
The Mets Morning News highlights a World Series off‑day with retrospectives and updates across MLB. It revisits Luis Torrens’s Gold Glove‑nominated season, features Steve Gelbs’s YouTube Q&A, and recalls Danny Young’s brief 2026 stint with the Braves. The piece notes the Washington Nationals’ surplus of catchers heading into 2027, while the Tampa Bay Rays, eager for a comeback, prepare Freddy Peralta for Game 3 at Tropicana Field—the first World Series game there since Shea Stadium’s era. It also touches on Brewers’ postseason woes, Brice Turang’s Hall of Fame claim, and a 1998 Mets milestone: Mike Piazza’s record contract.
Game 3 of the 2026 World Series heads to Tampa Bay as the Rays seek to swing momentum against the Brewers, who have dominated all season. The preview notes potential adjustments for both clubs and highlights the high stakes of the matchup. In Braves news, third‑baseman Austin Riley’s season is recapped, and Danny Young’s recent struggles are reviewed. MLB updates include Rocco Baldelli withdrawing from the Mariners’ managerial search and Brewers pitcher Quinn Priester’s steady recovery from surgery.
The Milwaukee Brewers are up 2-0 on the Tampa Bay Rays with a clear path to their first World Series title. Who's in the MVP running?
The 2026 World Series kicks off in Milwaukee with the Brewers taking a 2-0 lead over the Tampa Bay Rays, despite costly defensive lapses by the Rays. Highlights include Jacob Misiorowski setting a new World Series pitching velocity record, Freddy Peralta’s big velocity jump, and Stephen Vogt’s postseason report card. The post also covers Detroit Tigers offseason news, such as Hao‑Yu Lee’s training, and notes a 44% rise in attendance at Comerica Park. Brewers merchandise sales hit a historic high, and a custom glove was crafted for a Buccaneers player by a Rays clubhouse attendant.
The Monday blog preview covers Game 3 of the 2026 World Series, pitting the Milwaukee Brewers against the Tampa Bay Rays. The matchup kicks off at 5:00 p.m. PT on Fox/Fox One with ESPN Radio providing national radio coverage. While the author notes the lack of announced starting pitchers and the uncertainty of the series score after the first two games, the post invites fans to share their predictions and rooting interests. The article serves as a quick reminder of the upcoming showdown and encourages reader engagement.
The Milwaukee Brewers seize a 2-0 edge over the Tampa Bay Rays in the World Series, closing Game 6 with a dramatic check‑swing call to win 5-4 after erasing a 4-0 deficit. The series shifts to Tropicana Field as the Rays aim to level the matchup. Meanwhile, the Arizona Fall League spotlights Rockies prospect Jack O’Dowd’s surge, and Colorado’s offseason debates swirl around pitching changes and the decision to keep 40‑home‑run slugger Hunter Goodman. Additional coverage includes the Jennie Finch Empowerment Award at the World Series and MLB’s lingering labor‑lockout concerns.
The World Series kicks off with the Milwaukee Brewers leading 2-0 over the Tampa Bay Rays, but early defensive miscues and weak hitting have kept the series from feeling close. Highlights include Jacob Misiorowski throwing the fastest pitch in Series history, Stephen Vogt denying trade rumors and staying with Cleveland, and insights from analysts on how the Rays can rally. The post also covers Brewers merchandise records, standout players like Jackson Chourio, and a round‑up of expert commentary, making it a one‑stop update for any fan tracking the 2026 championship.
After the Brewers clinched Games 1 and 2 at home, manager Pat Murphy, pitcher Aaron Ashby and outfielder Brice Turang fielded questions on the off‑day before heading to St. Petersburg for Games 3‑5. Murphy discussed the league’s check‑swing review after Yandy Díaz’s controversial call, shared insights from veteran managers on handling a week‑long layoff, and emphasized keeping the team focused on the present despite a 2‑0 lead. Ashby reflected on his World Series start, while Turang highlighted the clubhouse energy and the need for the players to stay competitive. The trio’s comments set the tone for Milwaukee’s next challenge against the Tampa Bay Rays.
Milwaukee Bucks head coach Taylor Jenkins praises the Brewers’ championship culture after their 3-2 win over the Tampa Bay Rays, hoping to transplant that mindset into the Bucks’ rebuild. Speaking after a 132-125 loss to the Chicago Bulls, Jenkins says the Brewers’ daily commitment fuels their World Series push and should inspire the Bucks as they tighten defense and focus on details before facing the Philadelphia 76ers. He emphasizes the importance of culture, defensive foundation, and incremental improvement as the Bucks begin the 2026‑27 NBA season.
The Rays will look to get back in the series Monday with the help of a former Brewer.
Major League Baseball's offseason won't officially begin until this small-market extravaganza between the Brewers and Rays comes to an end, but it's never too early to venture some guesses at what this winter's biggest stunners will be.
The 2026 World Series heads to Tampa as the Milwaukee Brewers lead the Tampa Bay Rays 2-0 after two tight one‑run games in Milwaukee. Both wins featured clutch solo homers and a dominant Brewers bullpen, while the Rays have gone 3‑for‑20 with runners in scoring position. Games 3‑5 shift to Tropicana Field, where the Rays boast a 55‑26 home record and have a pitching edge with Freddy Peralta and Griffin Jax on the mound. A win in the next two games could force a seven‑game series before a potential Game 5 showdown featuring Brewers rookie Jacob Misiorowski.
Baker Mayfield played through a dislocated thumb in Week 3 thanks to a makeshift glove engineered by a Tampa Bay Rays clubhouse attendant after Nike couldn’t supply a protector. The custom glove, described as a "Frankenstein" hybrid, sparked a wave of NFL fan memes—including O.J. Simpson references—when insider Ian Rapoport posted photos on X. Mayfield returned to action, leading the Buccaneers to a 43-13 win over the Carolina Panthers, throwing a TD to Tez Johnson after a 1‑5 start. Coach Todd Bowles praised his practice performance and the team now faces the Atlanta Falcons on Nov. 1.
The World Series shifts to Tropicana Field for Game 3 as the Milwaukee Brewers lead the Tampa Bay Rays 2-0. Freddy Peralta, fresh off an ALCS MVP award after his trade from the Mets, will start for the Rays against Brewers left‑hander Robert Gasser at 8 p.m. EST on FOX. The post also previews Nick’s review of Tim Hill’s underwhelming 2026 season and a profile of obscure Yankee Snuffy Sternweiss. Fans debate the pitching edge and Peralta’s rising free‑agent value after his postseason surge.
The Rays had better not risk another frontal assault, that Brewers club is dynamite.
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The article examines the Orioles' August 3 trade of reliever Tyler Wells to a division rival for prospect Michael Forret. It notes the team was 54‑58 and 2½ games out of a wild‑card spot, finished 4½ games behind, and never led the majors in blown saves (they were 18th with 22). Wells posted a 1.50 ERA for Tampa Bay but missed the final two weeks with forearm tightness, casting doubt on his impact. Forret, ranked 10th in the Orioles' system, could start in 2027. The piece also touches on labor‑relation questions about small‑market success and future negotiations.
Only six teams have come back from a 2-0 deficit in a best-of-seven postseason series in the last 40 years. The Tampa Bay Rays will aim to become the seventh as they take on the Milwaukee Brewers this World Series. But to do that, they have a primary problem to fix before Game 3. “You […]
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