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The Brewers' First World Series Title Was Eight Octobers in the Making

The Brewers' first World Series title came 58 years into the franchise's history, after seven playoff exits and with the 19th-ranked payroll. Here's why it wasn't luck, how Milwaukee built it, and where the wait ranks among first-time champions.

Oct 29, 2026

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The Brewers' First World Series Title Was Eight Octobers in the Making

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