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Misiorowski Throws 103.5-Mph Record as Brewers Beat Rays 3-2

By Drooid · Oct 25, 2026, 2:26 AM UTC · How we work

Summary

Milwaukee Brewers Win

Milwaukee Brewers defeated Tampa Bay Rays 3-2 in Game 1 of the 2026 World Series.
Jacob Misiorowski opened for Milwaukee and threw a 103.5 mph fastball, the fastest pitch ever recorded in a World Series.
A video review overturned a game-ending double play after officials saw shortstop Cooper Pratt’s foot off the bag.
The matchup was the first World Series since 1980 with both clubs lacking a previous championship.

Summary

Milwaukee Boosts Economy

Visit Milwaukee projects a $10-12 million economic boost for each Brewers home World Series game.
Ticket resale listings peaked at $5,000, with standing-room only seats reaching $3,296 on game day.
Shuttle service at Kelly’s Bleachers anticipates transporting 1,200 fans per World Series game, up from 200-400.
Local bars and restaurants host watch parties, filling venues because many fans cannot secure stadium tickets.

History

Historical Context

In October 1980 the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Kansas City Royals, giving the Phillies their first World Series title and making them the last of baseball’s original sixteen clubs to win. It was also the first Fall Classic since 1920 in which neither franchise had previously won, drawing 324,516 fans and a record 54.9 million TV viewers.

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Milwaukee Brewers Win

Milwaukee Brewers defeated Tampa Bay Rays 3-2 in Game 1 of the 2026 World Series.
Jacob Misiorowski opened for Milwaukee and threw a 103.5 mph fastball, the fastest pitch ever recorded in a World Series.
A video review overturned a game-ending double play after officials saw shortstop Cooper Pratt’s foot off the bag.
The matchup was the first World Series since 1980 with both clubs lacking a previous championship.

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