1982 Milwaukee Brewers legends offer support for the 2026 World Series

Milwaukee Brewers Hall of Fame shortstop Robin Yount and other members of the 1982 team are offering their support to the current roster ahead of the 2026 World Series against the Tampa Bay Rays. The Brewers secured their spot in the 2026 World Series by sweeping the Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League Championship Series.

Robin Yount, the American League MVP during the 1982 season when the Milwaukee Brewers last reached the finals, stated that he feels excited, comparing the experience to watching his own children's games. Known as 'Harvey's Wallbangers,' the 1982 roster had lost the series in seven games against the St. Louis Cardinals.

Former players Larry Hisle, Jerry Augustine, and Cecil Cooper praised the current team's work ethic and mutual respect. Alongside Yount, the 1982 roster featured five Hall of Fame members: Paul Molitor, Ted Simmons, Rollie Fingers, and Don Sutton. Bill Zito, the general manager of the Florida Panthers who served as a mascot and bat boy for the 1982 team, also reflected on the lasting impact of that season. Game 1 of the 2026 World Series will be played in Milwaukee on Friday.