The MLB World Series is finally here after several weeks of intense playoff action. The Brewers beat the Dodgers to reach the World Series for the first time in 44 years. The Rays beat the Guardians in six games to win the American League pennant for just the third time. Just like in this year’s WNBA Finals, we’re about to see history: Whoever wins, this will be the franchise’s first championship.
The Milwaukee Brewers are currently in the lead with three wins; they just need one more to win the entire World Series. But it’s still anyone’s game. Which team will come out on top? Here’s how to watch tonight’s World Series game live, also for free.
When is the Milwaukee Brewers vs Tampa Bay Rays game?
Game 4 of the World Series between the Rays and Brewers will take place Tuesday, October 27 at 8:00 PM ET.
How to watch Milwaukee Brewers vs Tampa Bay Rays?
This year, the World Series will be broadcast on Fox on the Fox One app. You can also watch it with a live TV or sports streaming subscription DirecTV, Fubo, Hulu, SnakeSportsnet+ (if you’re in Canada), or YouTube TV.
How to watch Brewers vs Rays for free
If you don’t want to subscribe to any of the above platforms, you can sign up for some free trials to access the remaining games. Fox One and Hulu offer three-day trials, DirecTV and Fubo offer five days, and YouTube TV gives you 10 days free.
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2026 MLB World Series Game Schedule
MLB’s expanded postseason means more teams on the playoff schedule. In the wild card round, the Braves beat the Phillies, the Padres beat the Cubs, the Yankees defeated the Red Sox, and the White Sox defeated the Astros. The winners advanced to the Division Series, where the Los Angeles Dodgers, Milwaukee Brewers, Tampa Bay Rays and Cleveland Guardians beat their respective opponents.
For the championship series, the Brewers beat the Dodgers in four games to capture the National League pennant. The Rays defeated the Guardians in six games to capture the American League pennant. Now, Milwaukee and Tampa Bay will face off in the best-of-seven World Series to begin on October 23rd. Who will raise the trophy?
World Series: Milwaukee Brewers vs. Tampa Bay Rays – MIL leads 3-0
Game 4 on October 27 – Fox / Fox One
Game 5 on October 28 – Fox/Fox One*
Game 6 on October 30 – Fox/Fox One*
Game 7 on October 31 – Fox/Fox One*
*if necessary
(Credit: MLB)
How to stream the 2026 MLB Playoffs
This year’s MLB postseason is spread across multiple networks and streaming services. All Wild Card Series games for the American League and National League were broadcast on NBC, NBCSN, and Peacock. ALDS and ALCS games were on TBS/TruTV and HBO Max, while NLDS and NLCS games were on Fox/FS1. For the World Series, all games will be broadcast on Fox and the Fox One streaming service.
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DirecTV: DirecTV’s MySports Base Pack costs $45 per month for the first six months to watch every game on Fox, FS1, NBC and TBS/TruTV.
Fox One: Fox’s own streaming app lets you watch the NLDS, NLCS, and World Series on Fox and FS1 for $20 a month.
Fubo: Fubo’s sports plan costs $45.99 for the first month to watch the Wild Card Series, NLDS, NLCS and World Series on Fox, FS1 and NBC/NBCSN.
HBO Max: If you pay for the $18.49 per month HBO Max Standard, you can watch the ALDS and ALCS games on TBS/TruTV.
Hulu: For $90 a month, you can watch every game on Fox, FS1, NBC, TBS, and TruTV.
Peacock: Instead of a live TV service, you have to pay $10.99 per month for Peacock Premium to watch the Wild Card Series games.
Snake: The $60.99 per month Sling Orange & Blue bundle lets you watch the ALDS and ALCS on TBS/TruTV and the NLDS and NLCS on FS1. Day passes are also available for Sling Orange, allowing you to watch games on TBS for up to seven days.
Sportsnet+ (Canada only): The $30-per-month standard tier lets you watch every postseason game.
YouTube TV: Although the standard plan for YouTube TV costs $83 per month, you can actually now pay for the cheaper $65 sports package to see all games on Fox, FS1, NBC/NBCSN and TBS/TruTV.
Can I watch postseason games on MLB.TV?
Already an MLB.TV subscriber? You can watch the Division Series, Championship Series, and World Series games via MLB’s own streaming service — but there’s a catch. To watch MLB.TV, you must first authenticate through a participating pay TV provider. It’s such a moot point that it makes the whole question moot. If you already have a TV provider, you don’t need to use a streaming service. If you don’t already have an MLB.TV subscription, don’t pay for one now.
How can I listen to the 2026 postseason?
You can also listen to the games via ESPN Radio.
Which teams are in the playoffs?
Since MLB expanded its postseason picture in 2022, a total of 12 teams make the playoffs each year. That includes six teams per league, including the three division winners and three wild card teams.
American League Division Winners: Tampa Bay Rays (1),
Cleveland Guardians (2),Houston Astros (3)American League Wild Card:
New York Yankees (4),Boston Red Sox (5),Chicago White Sox (6)National League Division Winners: Milwaukee Brewers (1),
Los Angeles Dodgers (2),Atlanta Braves (3)National League Wild Card:
Chicago Cubs (4),Philadelphia Phillies (5),San Diego Padres (6)
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If you decide to watch the MLB postseason, there is still time to e large-screen television to see this beautiful game. Pro tip: Turn on your TV’s motion option for the best picture when viewing Sports. Just remember to turn it off before watching other TV shows and movies to avoid the dreaded “soap opera” effect.
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