Jonathan Aranda Named Starting First Baseman for Rays in Game 2

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Jonathan Aranda has been inserted into the starting lineup for Game 2 of the 2026 World Series against the Milwaukee Brewers. Aranda will hit second and play first base as Tampa Bay seeks to even the Fall Classic at American Family Field against Milwaukee starter Logan Henderson. Aranda plays a pivotal role in the middle of the Rays' batting order for this key postseason matchup.