Why is the World Series trending today?
Search interest spikes because the American and National League Championship Series have begun, deciding the two clubs that will play in the World Series. The Dodgers, Brewers, Guardians and Rays are the four teams still alive.
What happened
- Oct 23, 2026
The NLCS and ALCS start, with the Dodgers vs. Brewers and Guardians vs. Rays playing Game 1 to determine the World Series participants [1][2]
What you need to know
The NLCS features the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Milwaukee Brewers; the Brewers had the best regular‑season record.
The ALCS pits the Cleveland Guardians against the Tampa Bay Rays; the Guardians rallied from a 0‑2 deficit in the ALDS.
Both series are best‑of‑seven and will run through Oct 31, with games broadcast on Fox, TBS and streaming platforms.
The winner of each series will advance to the World Series, the sport’s Fall Classic.
The eventual World Series matchup and champion are still undecided, as both championship series are ongoing.
Background
The 2026 MLB playoffs narrowed to four teams after the Rays swept the Yankees, the Dodgers beat the Braves, the Brewers eliminated the Padres, and the Guardians came back from 0‑2 in the ALDS [1].
The Dodgers are aiming for a third straight World Series appearance, while the Brewers are seeking their first since 1982 despite being the top seed this season [2].
The Guardians, after a historic comeback, face the Rays, who are playing their final series at Tropicana Field before moving to a new ballpark [2].
Questions people ask
Which teams are playing in the 2026 World Series?
The World Series participants will be the winners of the NLCS (Dodgers vs. Brewers) and the ALCS (Guardians vs. Rays).
When does the World Series start?
The World Series is scheduled to begin after the championship series conclude, likely in early November, following the final Game 7 on Oct 31.
Where can I watch the championship series?
Games are televised on Fox, FS1, TBS and streamed on platforms like HBO Max and truTV, with Spanish coverage on Fox Deportes.
Where this came from
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