World Series will have first-time champion as Rays set up showdown with Brewers
The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Cleveland Guardians to advance to the 2026 World Series, where they will face the Milwaukee Brewers. Both teams are competing for their first-ever World Series championship title.
Why it matters
The series guarantees a first-time champion, highlighting a significant milestone for both franchises.
The Rays celebrate after returning to the World Series for the first time since 2020. The Rays celebrate after returning to the World Series for the first time since 2020. MLB World Series will have first-time champion as Rays set up showdown with Brewers Tampa Bay beat Guardians to seal ALCS in six games
7-3 Game 6 win set up by strong Freddy Peralta start
Prefer the Guardian on Google Freddy Peralta threw 5.1 gritty innings, Junior Caminero and Yandy Díaz each hit a two-run homer and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Cleveland Guardians 7-3 in Game 6 of the American League Championship Series on Monday night to advance to the World Series for the third time in the franchise’s 29 seasons.
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Tampa Bay Rays Defeat Cleveland Guardians to Reach World Series
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