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Rays Host Brewers For Game 3 Of Fall Classic At Tropicana Field

The Tampa Bay Rays look to recover at home in Game 3 after dropping two straight games to the Milwaukee Brewers.

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Fall Classic moves to Florida

The 2026 Fall Classic shifts to St. Petersburg, Florida, as Tropicana Field hosts Game 3. The Tampa Bay Rays return home after dropping two straight games on the road in Milwaukee. Now, the Rays look to recover from those consecutive losses and protect their home field.

The Milwaukee Brewers come into Florida with momentum on their side. Milwaukee is trying to get one more win closer to securing the first title in franchise history. Winning on the road would put them in an ideal position.

Starting pitchers announced

Both teams have set their starting pitchers for this evening. Robert Gasser and Freddy Peralta are scheduled to duel on the mound. First pitch is set for 8 p.m. ET at The Trop.

Fans are tuned in for pregame lineups, in game action, and postgame takeaways as this series continues. Every inning will be important as the Rays try to get back into the series and the Brewers look to extend their advantage.

Lineup details for Game 3

Tampa Bay has locked in its batting order for Game 3. Yandy Diaz leads off as the designated hitter. Ryan Vilade bats second at first base, and Chandler Simpson hits third in left field. Junior Caminero bats cleanup at third base, followed by Ben Williamson at second base.

The bottom of the Tampa Bay order features Jonny DeLuca in center field, Victor Mesa Jr. in right field, Nick Fortes behind the plate at catcher, and Taylor Walls at shortstop. The Milwaukee Brewers lineup remains to be determined.

What it means for the next game

Milwaukee Brewers at Tampa Bay Rays (MLB, Tue, 27 Oct): Tampa Bay Rays win 48%, Milwaukee Brewers win 52%; projected score Tampa Bay Rays 4, Milwaukee Brewers 4. Our safest pick: Rays +1.5.

Milwaukee Brewers at Tampa Bay Rays (MLB, Wed, 28 Oct): Tampa Bay Rays win 48%, Milwaukee Brewers win 52%; projected score Tampa Bay Rays 4, Milwaukee Brewers 4. Our safest pick: Brewers +2.5.