Hold up, baseball fans, because this year’s World Series is about to make history like we haven’t seen in a long time: we’re guaranteed a first-time champion! After 78 years of waiting, the Cleveland Guardians’ championship drought continues, with the Tampa Bay Rays putting them away in Game Six of the ALCS. Now, it’s the Rays versus the Milwaukee Brewers, and no matter who hoists that trophy, it’ll be their first time, which is just wild.
A New Dynasty on the Horizon? Rays and Brewers Ready to Shock the World
Seriously, this World Series is gonna be bonkers. The Rays, who were total long-shots early in the season, just kept grinding with their unique approach, and now they’re American League champions. That ALCS win came at just the right time, too, letting them perfectly line up their rotation and get the bullpen fully rested for the big dance. Remember, Rome wasn’t built in a day, and neither were these Rays; it’s been a journey. On the other side, the Brewers are here because they know exactly who they are and they believe in their baseball. Outfielder Sal Frelick says it, and you can see it on the field. A potential Brewers win? That’d be a super rare feat in today’s postseason sports landscape, and Jacob Misiorowski is itching to finally show off that regular season dominance on the biggest stage. Could Brandon Woodruff coming back to the field as the Brewers’ longest-tenured member be a storybook ending? Man, we hope so, but league rules might throw a wrench in that. Either way, for the sportsbooks, both these teams are a liability, with the Brewers apparently a worse outcome for “the house.” Someone’s making history, and someone’s losing money!
Mets Offseason Already Heating Up With First Base Questions and Coaching Search
While the World Series drama unfolds, the New York Mets are already staring down some big questions for the 2027 offseason. Who’s gonna play first base? That was a “grabbag of underwhelming options” in 2026, so they definitely need to lock that down. On the coaching front, Cubs assistant hitting coach John Mallee is a serious candidate for their hitting coach opening. He’s got a close connection with MVP frontrunner Pete Crow-Armstrong, which is something to watch. We also heard that Chris McShane took a deep dive into Freddy Peralta’s half-season with the Mets in 2026 and what happened after he was dealt to the Rays. Plus, Steve Sypa profiled Teruaki Sato, an NPB Triple Crown winner who’s been posted for MLB teams to bid on this offseason. Oh, and a fun little blast from the past: 26 years ago, Timo Perez learned the hard way not to count those home run chickens before they hatch! Over in the NL East, Dave Dombrowski and the Phillies are already thinking about 2027, looking to bolster their outfield and keep their veterans fresh. And elsewhere in MLB, Brewers assistant GM Matt Kleine is a serious contender for the Houston Astros’ GM spot.
So, who’s it gonna be? The Rays or the Brewers? We’re on the cusp of seeing a brand new World Series champion, and you just know it’s going to be an absolutely wild ride. Get ready to witness history, folks!
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Originally reported by Amazin’ Avenue.
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