A Historic Fall Classic
The 2026 Major League Baseball season culminates in a unique showdown this Friday, October 23. For the first time in over three years, baseball will crown a first-time World Series champion as the Milwaukee Brewers host the Tampa Bay Rays at American Family Field. The Brewers enter the series coming off an impressive sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLCS, while the Rays secured their spot by defeating the Cleveland Guardians.
Streaming Options for Every Fan
Because the series will be broadcast nationally on FOX, fans have several digital options to tune in without a traditional cable package. If you are looking to catch the game live, several major streaming services carry local FOX affiliates.
- DIRECTV: Offers a five-day free trial and a robust selection of sports channels, including regional sports networks.
- Fox One: The new dedicated streaming platform for Fox content, including live sports, available for $19.99/month.
- Live TV Services: YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and Fubo also carry local broadcast stations and often offer varying free trial periods.
World Series Schedule
Game 1 kicks off on Friday, October 23, at 8 p.m. ET. The series continues through the end of the month, with games scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 24, and Monday, Oct. 26. Additional games, if necessary, are scheduled for Oct. 27, 28, 30, and 31.
Neither franchise has ever won a World Series title, guaranteeing that one long-suffering fanbase will finally get to celebrate, while the other will have to wait at least another year.
— Reporting Staff