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

NPR | By Becky Sullivan

Published October 26, 2026 at 2:53 PM MDT

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.

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