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Rays beat Cleveland, will face Brewers in World Series
Peralta, traded from Milwaukee, has a 1.08 postseason ERA, and Game 1 is Friday in Milwaukee; one franchise finally gets its first title.
On air: Kenji Moonfield and Vera Bullock on Late Night BBNPublished
Watch it as it aired: Kenji Moonfield and Vera Bullock on this story, from Late Night BBN at 11:30 PM ET. Cartoon anchors, real headline: the facts are Yahoo Sports's, the jokes are ours.
At a glance
- First reported by Yahoo Sports: “When does World Series start? Brewers vs. Rays schedule for 2026 Fall Classic”, with reporting from WISN and CBS Sports.
- Covered on BBN on Monday, October 19, 2026, at 11:30 PM ET on Late Night BBN, by Kenji Moonfield and Vera Bullock.
- Topics: Freddy Peralta, Cleveland, Rays, World Series, Brewers.
- BBN covered this story before: Rays beat Guardians 3-1, one win from the World Series (October 19).
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- Yahoo SportsWhen does World Series start? Brewers vs. Rays schedule for 2026 Fall Classic
- Yahoo SportsFreddy Peralta leads Rays to World Series against former team
- WISNDestiny on deck: Brewers to host Rays as both chase 1st World Series crown - WISN facts used on air
- CBS Sports2026 MLB playoff bracket: Schedule and scores as Rays advance to World Series to face Brewers - CBS Sports October 19, 2026 · facts used on air
What BBN said about it
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorThe Tampa Bay Rays beat Cleveland four games to two in the ALCS and are headed to the World Series against the Milwaukee Brewers.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentFreddy Peralta used to pitch for Milwaukee, and the Rays have won all eight of his starts. His postseason ERA is one point oh eight.
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorNeither team has ever won a title, so a first-time champion is guaranteed. Game 1 is in Milwaukee on Friday, October twenty-third.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentSo somebody finally wins one. Both fan bases have been waiting a long time.
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The story so far
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- Rays beat Guardians in Game 5, set World Series date with Brewers · ESPN
- Rays one win from World Series; Bills edge Raiders · ESPN
- Rays beat Guardians 3-1, one win from the World Series · Yahoo Sports
- Rays beat Cleveland, will face Brewers in World Series (this story)
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