Here's why the Tampa Bay Rays made it to the World Series

NPR | By Becky Sullivan

Published October 26, 2026 at 4:53 PM EDT

The World Series moves to Florida for game 3 between the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers. One reason for the Rays' success is their shrewd trades. More than half their roster came from trades.

Becky Sullivan

Becky Sullivan is NPR’s sports correspondent.

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