The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 10-1 in Game 3 of the World Series on Monday, Oct. 26, 2026. Pitcher Robert Gasser threw six innings for Milwaukee, facing the minimum number of batters during his appearance. The victory moves the Brewers within one win of their first championship title in franchise history.
The Brewers entered Monday night with a 2-0 lead in the series after winning the first two games in Milwaukee. The team finished the regular season with a 103-59 record to win the National League Central. The Rays, who won the American League East with a 98-64 record, fell behind 3-0 in the best-of-seven series following the loss at Tropicana Field.
Milwaukee’s offense was led by Jackson Chourio and Brice Turang. The team produced a total of 10 runs to secure the road win. According to reports from the Associated Press, Gasser’s performance as a left-handed starter was the first of its kind in a World Series since Sandy Koufax. The Rays' offense was limited to one run throughout the contest.
This win places the Milwaukee Brewers one victory away from securing their first World Series championship. The franchise has not won a title since its inception and now holds a 3-0 lead over the Tampa Bay Rays. For the Rays, who won 105 games to reach this stage, the loss creates a situation where they must win four consecutive games to avoid elimination.
The outcome of the game affects the players, coaching staff, and fans of both organizations. In Milwaukee, the team is attempting to fulfill a goal sought by former owner and MLB commissioner Bud Selig, who at age 92 is watching the team pursue its first championship. For the Rays, the 10-1 loss continues a series of mistakes and baserunning errors that have contributed to their 0-3 deficit.
The next game is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026, at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida. The Brewers will attempt to complete a four-game sweep, while the Rays will try to extend the series to a Game 5. If Milwaukee wins on Tuesday, the 2026 MLB season will conclude. If Tampa Bay wins, the series will continue at the same location.