Robin Yount says Milwaukee is 'starving' for first Brewers World Series title

Brewers face Rays after a 44-year Fall Classic drought.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 39m1 min read

Robin Yount and Milwaukee ‘starving’ for this Brewers World Series title | https://t.co/2eWjnnCzpo Via @BNightengale on X

What happened: Hall of Famer Robin Yount described Milwaukee as 'starving' for a championship as the Brewers prepare for the 2026 World Series, per Bob Nightengale. The franchise reached the Fall Classic by defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers for the National League pennant.

Why it matters: The matchup against the Tampa Bay Rays marks Milwaukee's first World Series appearance in 44 years, dating back to the 1982 club led by Yount. Neither the Brewers nor the Rays has ever won a World Series trophy, guaranteeing a first-time champion.

By the numbers: 44: Years between World Series appearances for Milwaukee (1982 to 2026). 0: Franchise World Series titles won by either the Brewers or the Rays entering the series.

What to watch: Tampa Bay has arrived in Milwaukee ahead of the series opener, which pits the Brewers against traded former ace and ALCS MVP Freddy Peralta.

Sources

@BNightengale 2026-10-22T12:20:11.565905+00:00

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