Talent with Mexican roots once again shone on the biggest stage in world baseball. Joey Ortiz and JoJo Romero etched their names in Major League Baseball history by being part of the Milwaukee Brewers, a team that conquered its first World Series after defeating the Tampa Bay Rays in five games.

The historic coronation arrived on October 28, 2026, when Milwaukee defeated Tampa Bay 4-1 at Tropicana Field. Among the protagonists of this feat were two players born in California, United States, but with Mexican ancestry, who had previously represented Mexico in the World Baseball Classic.

Joey Ortiz, 28, established himself as a versatile infielder for Milwaukee. During the 2026 regular season, he participated in 134 games, recording a batting average of .270, with 100 hits, nine home runs, 47 RBIs, and 49 runs scored. The infielder, who debuted in the Major Leagues with Baltimore in 2023, represented Mexico in the 2026 World Classic.

For his part, JoJo Romero, 30, was an important piece from the mound. The left-handed reliever finished the regular season with a 3.36 ERA and 54 strikeouts in 56 and one-third innings. His performance grew during the playoffs, where he secured two wins and posted an extraordinary 1.17 ERA. One of his most outstanding performances came against the Los Angeles Dodgers, when he pitched two scoreless innings and earned the win that secured Milwaukee's spot in the World Series.

The connection of both to Mexico also holds special significance. Romero was part of the national team that reached the semifinals of the 2023 World Classic, while Ortiz wore the Mexican jersey in the 2026 edition. Their careers reflect the presence of Mexican talent in the elite of international baseball.

TWO STORIES, ONE PRIDE! Joey Ortiz and JoJo Romero join the ranks of players with Mexican roots who have achieved the highest recognition in Major League Baseball. Their participation in this historic season demonstrates that talent linked to Mexico continues to leave its mark on the biggest stages of the sport of kings.