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Mexican Stars in 2026 MLB World Series
Three Mexican players vie for MLB World Series glory in 2026.
In brief
Three Mexican players vie for MLB World Series glory in 2026. Jonathan Aranda, JoJo Romero, and Joey Ortiz compete for the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers in the 2026 MLB World Series. Originally reported by SI Mexico.
2026 World Series
The 2026 World Series begins October 23 at American Family Field with Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers competing for their first championship.
Mexican Stars
Jonathan Aranda, JoJo Romero, and Joey Ortiz lead three Mexican players in the 2026 World Series.
Jonathan Aranda
Jonathan Aranda, a Tijuana native, is a key offensive player for the Tampa Bay Rays.
Aranda's Stats
Aranda batted .274 with 22 home runs, 27 doubles, and 92 runs scored in 155 games during the 2026 regular season.
Aranda's Power
Aranda has elite contact ability with a 91.1 mph average exit velocity and 46.0% hard hit rate, ranking among the American League's top batters.
Aranda's Postseason
Aranda hit a solo 417-foot home run off Gerrit Cole in Game 1 of the Division Series and drove in two runs in Game 4 of the Championship Series.
Aranda's World Series
Aranda faces a tough challenge in the World Series after going 0 for 4 with two strikeouts in Game 6, needing to regain his plate discipline and barrel rate.
JoJo Romero
JoJo Romero, a Mexican-born left-handed pitcher, joined the Milwaukee Brewers in August 2026 after a surprising trade from the St. Louis Cardinals.
Romero's Stats
Romero recorded a 3.36 ERA in 55 appearances across both teams, striking out 54 batters in 56.1 innings with a sinker and sweeper combination.
Romero's Postseason
Romero has been dominant in the postseason with a 1.69 ERA in four high-pressure games, including a complete game victory against the Dodgers in Game 4 of the National League Championship Series.
Romero's World Series
Romero will face left-handed batters from the Tampa Bay Rays, including his compatriot Jonathan Aranda, in the World Series.
Joey Ortiz
Joey Ortiz, a Mexican-American infielder, was acquired by the Brewers in early 2024 from Baltimore in exchange for Corbin Burnes.
Ortiz's Defense
Ortiz has been among the top 3 fielders in the majors with 8 Outs Above Average (OAA), placing in the 96th percentile for fielding efficiency.
Ortiz's Offense
Ortiz batted .270 with 9 home runs and 47 runs scored in 134 games during the regular season.
Ortiz's Postseason
Ortiz has struggled in October, batting only .118 with two hits in 17 official at-bats, but manager Pat Murphy will keep him in the starting lineup due to his defensive skills.
Historical Legacy
Mexican players have appeared in the World Series since 1954, with Fernando Valenzuela's legendary 1981 performance being the most iconic.
Here's the gist
Jonathan Aranda, JoJo Romero, and Joey Ortiz compete for the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers in the 2026 MLB World Series.
