Nick Martinez Takes the Mound in Game 1 of the World Series

Pitcher Nick Martinez took the mound during Game 1 of the 2026 World Series between the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers. Martinez induced a weak fly ball to speedster Chandler Simpson during early action at American Family Field, as the Rays took an early 2-0 lead over the Brewers. The matchup marks the start of the Fall Classic between the franchises, who have met 17 times in trades and played 28 all-time regular season games.