Jake Bauers set for World Series debut in Game 1 opener

NLCS MVP also earned finalist nod for top offensive honor

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

The calm before the storm 😮‍💨 Jake Bauers is letting the #WorldSeries atmosphere sink in https://t.co/JSKcGTsz6n Via @MLB on X

What happened: Jake Bauers completed pregame batting practice on the field in Milwaukee before the start of the Fall Classic.

Why it matters: Bauers credited letting go of individual results for unlocking his breakout performance this year. Both clubs in the matchup enter the series pursuing the first championship in

By the numbers: Bauers hit 26 home runs in 2026 and delivered a game-tying knock in September on the way to the NLCS award.

What to watch: Game 1 opens the best-of-seven series Friday at American Family Field.

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