No team has won the 2026 World Series yet. As of October 28, the Milwaukee Brewers lead the Tampa Bay Rays three games to one. Tampa Bay kept its championship hopes alive with a 4–3 victory in 12 innings in Game 4, preventing Milwaukee from completing a sweep. Source: AP News
The Brewers need one more victory to claim the championship. The Rays must win three consecutive games to take the best-of-seven series.
2026 World Series Results So Far
Milwaukee opened the series with three straight wins before Tampa Bay responded in Game 4.
| Game | Winner | Final score |
|---|---|---|
| Game 1 | Milwaukee Brewers | 3–2 |
| Game 2 | Milwaukee Brewers | 5–4 |
| Game 3 | Milwaukee Brewers | 10–1 |
| Game 4 | Tampa Bay Rays | 4–3, 12 innings |
The Brewers established their advantage with a close opening victory, a comeback in Game 2 and a commanding offensive performance in Game 3. Game 1 recap, Game 2 recap, Game 3 recap
How the Rays Avoided a World Series Sweep
Game 4 brought the series’ most dramatic finish so far.
Milwaukee’s Cooper Pratt hit a go-ahead home run in the top of the 12th inning, putting the Brewers within reach of the championship. Tampa Bay answered with two runs in the bottom half to secure a 4–3 walk-off victory and force Game 5. Source: AP News
The result cut Milwaukee’s series lead to 3–1 and extended Tampa Bay’s season.
How Close Are the Brewers to Winning the Championship?
The Brewers are one win away from their first World Series title. Their three opening victories gave them four opportunities to secure the fourth win required to become champions; Tampa Bay’s Game 4 victory eliminated the first of those chances. Source: AP News
For the Rays, the path is clear: win Game 5, force Game 6 and then push the series to a deciding seventh game.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the 2026 World Series?
The winner has not been determined as of October 28, 2026. Milwaukee leads Tampa Bay 3–1.
Who won Game 4 of the 2026 World Series?
The Tampa Bay Rays won Game 4, defeating the Milwaukee Brewers 4–3 in 12 innings.
How many games does a team need to win the World Series?
A team must win four games in the best-of-seven World Series.
Updated October 28, 2026. This article reflects results through Game 4.