2024 World Series: When & Where to Watch the Brewers‑Rays Showdown

The 2024 World Series is finally here, and it’s a classic clash of the coast: the Milwaukee Brewers taking on the Tampa Bay Rays. Whether you’re a die‑hard fan or just tuning in for the drama, you’ll want to know exactly when each game starts and how to catch it live.

Game 1 kicks off on October 27 at 8:20 p.m. Eastern (5:20 p.m. Pacific). Fox will carry the opening night, so grab your remote and set it to channel 5 (or the local Fox affiliate in your market). If you prefer to stream, the Fox Sports app and the Fox website both offer a free live feed – just sign in with your TV provider.

Game 2 follows the next night, October 28, same start time, same channel: Fox. It’s a back‑to‑back weekend that promises fireworks, and the broadcast crew will be ready with all the pre‑game stories and post‑game analysis you crave.

When the series moves to a weekday schedule, things shift a bit. Game 3 (October 30) and Game 4 (October 31) will be on FS1, Fox’s cable sister network, also at 8:20 p.m. ET. If you don’t have a cable subscription, you can still watch via the ESPN+ bundle, Sling TV’s “Sports Extra” package, or any other streaming service that carries FS1.

Game 5 is slated for November 2, again on FS1 and at the same 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff. The series could end here if one club clinches the title, but if it goes the distance, you’ll be ready for the final stretch.

Should the series extend, Game 6 lands on November 3 and will return to the main Fox network. The same applies to a potential Game 7 on November 5 – the grand finale will be on Fox, giving the biggest stage to the deciding game.

For those who like to listen rather than watch, every game will be simulcast on radio. In Milwaukee, tune to WTMJ 620 AM; in Tampa Bay, catch the action on WDAE 620 AM. Both stations stream online, so you can follow the drama from a laptop or phone.

And of course, there’s MLB.TV. If you have a subscription, you can stream every World Series game live, regardless of the channel. The service also offers a “Game‑by‑Game” option for non‑subscribers – just pay per game and you’ll get the full broadcast, including the Fox commentary.

To sum it all up, here’s a quick cheat‑sheet:

Oct 27 – Game 1: 8:20 p.m. ET, Fox (TV & streaming via Fox Sports app)

Oct 28 – Game 2: 8:20 p.m. ET, Fox (same options)

Oct 30 – Game 3: 8:20 p.m. ET, FS1 (stream via Sling TV, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live, etc.)

Oct 31 – Game 4: 8:20 p.m. ET, FS1 (same streaming options)

Nov 2 – Game 5: 8:20 p.m. ET, FS1 (same)

Nov 3 – Game 6 (if needed): 8:20 p.m. ET, Fox

Nov 5 – Game 7 (if needed): 8:20 p.m. ET, Fox

Remember to double‑check your local listings, because channel numbers can vary by market. And if you’re traveling, a quick download of the Fox Sports or MLB.TV apps before you go will save you from missing a single pitch.

So whether you’re cheering from a bar in Milwaukee, a backyard in Tampa Bay, or a couch halfway across the country, you now have everything you need to follow the 2024 World Series from start to finish. Grab the snacks, set the alarm, and enjoy baseball’s biggest stage.