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For Milwaukee Brewers 1st baseman Jake Bauers, this World Series is extra special

NPR | By Steve Futterman
Published October 27, 2026 at 5:03 PM EDT

Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Jake Bauers almost didn't play in this World Series. In 2024, he came close to quitting baseball to become a stay-at-home dad. But he needed health benefits.

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