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World Series will have first-time champion as Rays set up showdown with Brewers

The Tampa Bay Rays clinched their spot in the World Series with a hard-fought 7-3 victory over the Cleveland Guardians in Game 6 of the ALCS, marking their third World Series appearance in franchise history. The win was fueled by a strong outing from pitcher Freddy Peralta, who logged 5.1 innings of tough competition, while Junior Caminero and Yandy Díaz each delivered clutch two-run home runs to seal the series.

The Rays now face the Milwaukee Brewers in the Fall Classic, with both teams chasing their first-ever championship in their respective organizations.

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