Jonathan Aranda Batting Second for Rays in World Series Game 1

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Jonathan Aranda was named to the starting lineup for Game 1 of the 2026 World Series against the Milwaukee Brewers. Aranda is set to bat second against Milwaukee's right-handed ace Jacob Misiorowski at American Family Field. Aranda forms part of a deep Rays lineup aiming to claim the franchise's first World Series title in their matchup against the National League champions.