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

NPR | By Becky Sullivan
Published October 26, 2026 at 3:53 PM CDT

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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Becky Sullivan is NPR’s sports correspondent.
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