# Brewers Owner Mark Attanasio on World Series Return

> After 22 years, Milwaukee Brewers reach World Series for first time since 1982.
- Title: Brewers Owner Mark Attanasio on World Series Return · Mlb
- Summary: After 22 years, Milwaukee Brewers reach World Series for first time since 1982. Brewers owner Mark Attanasio leads team to World Series after 22-year wait…
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## Mark Attanasio's 22-year challenge
Mark Attanasio recalls a reporter's warning about losing for 22 years after the Brewers' 1982 World Series win.

> Somebody, probably long ago retired, sat in the front row when I did my first interview in the media scrum. He said, 'You won’t be so cheery when you lose for another 22 years!'
## Brewers' World Series return
The Brewers earned their first World Series berth in 22 years after a 2026 postseason run.
## Brewers' early ownership challenges
The Brewers finished .500 in Attanasio’s first season as principal of the team’s new ownership group, their first non-losing season in 13 years.
## Postseason progress
The Brewers won a division title in 2011 and played within two victories of the World Series.
## Recent success
The Brewers qualified for the postseason eight times in the last nine years, including six division titles and three NLCS trips.
## Brewers' owner vision
Mark Attanasio wants to win the World Series for Milwaukee fans and the city.
## Brewers' business growth
The Brewers grew from 130 to over 400 employees in Milwaukee’s front office since 2004.
## Brewers' World Series journey
The Brewers won the NLCS against the Dodgers to reach the World Series.
## Brewers' owner emotion
Mark Attanasio felt intense pressure as the Brewers won the NLCS to reach the World Series.
## Key takeaway

Brewers owner Mark Attanasio leads team to World Series after 22-year wait since their 1982 championship.