From Newsweek · Jon Paul Hoornstra · · 40s
Jake Woodford's World Series Ring Guarantee
Jake Woodford, the only MLB player guaranteed a World Series ring, has a unique path to 2026.
In brief
Jake Woodford, the only MLB player guaranteed a World Series ring, has a unique path to 2026. Jake Woodford is the only MLB player guaranteed a World Series ring after playing for both 2026 World Series teams. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Jake Woodford's Season
Jake Woodford's season did not end the way he hoped after being traded to the Milwaukee Brewers.
Woodford's Unstable Season
Woodford made 16 appearances for the Brewers with a 6.94 ERA before being designated for assignment.
Guaranteed World Series Ring
Woodford is the only man alive guaranteed to receive a World Series ring after playing for both 2026 pennant-winning teams.
The headline
Jake Woodford is the only MLB player guaranteed a World Series ring after playing for both 2026 World Series teams.
