10/23/2026
World Series 2026: Here’s Where to Watch the Tampa Bay Rays vs. Milwaukee Brewers Live Online Free
Livestream the MLB championship series starting on Friday, (Oct. 23).
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Jonathan Aranda #8 of the Tampa Bay Rays reacts after flying out in foul territory in the eighth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field on March 30, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. John Fisher/Getty Images
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The end of the 2026 MLB Playoffs come down to two teams in the World Series, the American League champions Tampa Bay Rays and National League champions Milwaukee Brewers. Both teams are competing for their first-ever Commissioner’s Trophy, so the series is going to be one for the history books no matter which team wins.
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In 2026, the Tampa Bay Rays (98-64) takes on the Milwaukee Brewers (103-59) with Game 1 at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The Brewers have home field advantage throughout the series.
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How to Watch 2026 MLB World Series Online, at a Glance:
- Date: Oct. 23-Oct. 31
- Matchup: Tampa Bay Rays vs. Milwaukee Brewers
- Network: FOX
- Online Streaming: DirecTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, FOX One
When Does the 2026 MLB World Series Start**?**
Tampa Bay Rays vs. Milwaukee Brewers broadcasts on starting Friday (Oct. 23) with first pitch at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. The MLB championship series airs live on FOX.
Who Is Performing During the 2026 MLB World Series?
The World Series is known for celebrity sightings, so it’s likely there may be a number of famous actors, actresses and recording artists in attendance for games in Milwaukee and Florida. Artists have been known to appear at games in the past, include Rays fans John Cena, Brittany Snow, Eric Church and others; Brewers fans Tom Brady, Stephen Colbert, Eric Benét and others.
Where to Watch the 2026 MLB World Series Online for Free
For cord-cutters, there are a few ways to watch the World Series, if you don’t have cable, especially if you want to watch for free. DirecTV has a five-day free trial, while other streaming services, such as Fubo and Hulu + Live TV, offer free trials, so you can watch for free.
DirecTV
Editor’s Pick
DirecTV
Comes with a five-day free trial.
For the Tampa Bay-Milwaukee series, a subscription to DirecTV gets you access to live TV, local and cable channels, including FOX, at $59.99 for the first month of service ($89.99 per month afterward). The service even offers a five-day free trial to watch for free, if you sign up now.
Sling TV
600+ free channels
Sling TV
Sling Blue comes with 40+ broadcast and cable channels.
Sling TV offers the Blue plan, which comes with FOX for the Tampa Bay-Milwaukee series. With more than 40 channels, the streaming plan goes for $54.99 per month. The plan includes access to FOX One, while all plans come with a free cloud DVR and an extra 600 or so free channels too. Please note: Pricing and channel availability vary from market-to-market.
FuboTV
Unlimited DVR
FuboTV
Fubo is an affordable option offering a five-day free trial for new users who sign up.
Fubo starts at $63.99 for the first month ($88.99 per month afterward) with more than 230 channels, including local and cable, like FOX for the Tampa Bay-Milwaukee series, that are streamable on smart TVs, smartphones, tablets and on web browsers. And with a five-day free trial, you can watch for free, if you act fast and sign up now.
Hulu
No Hidden Fees
Hulu + Live TV
Comes with Hulu, Disney+ and ESPN Unlimited.
The broadcast network FOX for the Tampa Bay-Milwaukee series is available to watch with Hulu + Live TV. Prices for the cable alternative start at $49.99 for the first month ($99.99 per month afterward) for more than 100 live channels, while each plan comes with Hulu, Disney+ and ESPN Select at no additional cost. Hulu + Live TV might be best for those who want all of these streaming services together in one package.
FOX
All Things Fox
FOX One
Prime Video Channel add-on.
With prices starting at $19.99 per month, FOX One is your one-stop app for everything FOX has to offer, including streaming access to the 2026 World Series on FOX. It also includes FS1, FS2, Big Ten Network, Fox News, FOX Business, FOX Nation, FOX Weather, FOX Deportes and your local FOX broadcasting affiliate.
Prime Video has a three-day free trial available for Amazon Prime members, so you watch FOX One as an add-on to Amazon’s streaming service.
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Starting on Friday (Oct. 23), the 2026 MLB World Series: Tampa Bay Rays vs. Milwaukee Brewers broadcasts on FOX. One of the best ways to watch live is with DirecTV.
World Series 2026 Schedule
- Game 1 at American Family Field in Milwaukee, WI: Friday, Oct. 23, 8 p.m. ET/ 5 p.m. PT; FOX
- Game 2 at American Family Field in Milwaukee, WI: Saturday, Oct. 24, 8 p.m. ET/ 5 p.m. PT; FOX
- Game 3 at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, FL: Monday, Oct. 26, 8 p.m. ET/ 5 p.m. PT; FOX
- Game 4 at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, FL: Tuesday, Oct. 27, 8 p.m. ET/ 5 p.m. PT; FOX
- Game 5 (if necessary) at American Family Field in Milwaukee, WI: Wednesday, Oct. 28, 8 p.m. ET/ 5 p.m. PT; FOX
- Game 6 (if necessary) at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, FL: Friday, Oct. 30, 8 p.m. ET/ 5 p.m. PT; FOX
- Game 7 (if necessary) at American Family Field in Milwaukee, WI: Saturday, Oct. 31, 8 p.m. ET/ 5 p.m. PT; FOX
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