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Brewers Favored Over Rays in First-Ever World Series
20 Oct
Summary
- Milwaukee Brewers are slight -160 favorites over Tampa Bay Rays.
- Oddsmakers predict a close series, favoring Brewers in six games.
- This marks the first World Series appearance for the Brewers since 1982.
The 2026 World Series will pit the Milwaukee Brewers against the Tampa Bay Rays, with oddsmakers favoring the Brewers at -160. This matchup represents a significant milestone, as both franchises are vying for their first-ever World Series championship.
The Brewers, who swept the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLCS, have had ample rest and are expected to start NL Cy Young favorite Jacob Misiorowski in Game 1. Their last World Series appearance was in 1982.
Meanwhile, the Tampa Bay Rays clinched their spot by defeating the Cleveland Guardians 4-2 in the ALCS, overcoming a deficit in the series. They are expected to have ace Drew Rasmussen available for Game 1. The Rays' most recent World Series appearance was in 2020.
Oddsmakers anticipate a lengthy series, with the Brewers winning in six games being the most probable outcome. A sweep for either team is listed at higher odds. The series total is set at 5.5 games, with a strong lean towards the over.
