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Do the Rays have a miracle in them?

The Tampa Bay Rays stave off elimination in Game Four of the 2026 World Series with a walk‑off single by Ben Williamson, extending the series against the Milwaukee Brewers to a 3-1 deficit. The piece reflects on the Rays’ past World Series comebacks in 2020 and asks whether a new miracle can emerge this year, highlighting the dramatic moment captured at Tropicana Field on October 27.

Brewers rookie Cooper Pratt delivers historic performance despite heartbreaking World Series game 4 loss

Rookie shortstop Cooper Pratt makes World Series history, becoming the first rookie to record four hits in a potential clinching game. On Oct. 28, 2026, the 22‑year‑old blasted a 396‑foot go‑ahead home run in the 12th inning of Game 4, giving Milwaukee a 3‑2 lead before Tampa Bay rallied on a throwing error to win 4‑3. Despite the loss, Pratt’s performance underscores the Brewers’ resilience after a NLCS sweep of the Dodgers. With Game 5 set for Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET, Milwaukee hopes Pratt can spark its first championship.

Playoff Roundup: Rays’ 12th-inning comeback keeps series alive

In Game 4 of the 2026 World Series, the Tampa Bay Rays rallied from a 3‑2, 12th‑inning deficit to beat the Milwaukee Brewers 4‑3, forcing a fifth game. After a tight matchup that saw runs exchanged in the early innings, the Brewers seized a 3‑2 lead in the top of the 12th on Cooper Pratt's solo homer. With their bullpen depleted, the Rays loaded the bases and Ben Williamson delivered a walk‑off single, scoring pinch‑runner Nick Fortes. The win trims the series to 3‑1 in favor of Milwaukee, who will likely start Jacob Misiorowski in Game 5, while Tampa Bay considers its next pitching move after borrowing starter Nick Martinez for two relief innings.

Panthers vs Packers: Matchups to watch

The Panthers head into Thursday Night Football against the 4-3 Packers seeking a rebound after a 43-13 loss to Tampa Bay that dropped them to 3-3. Key battles include Carolina’s run defense versus returning Pro Bowler Josh Jacobs, the struggling Panthers O‑line against Green Bay’s porous defensive front, and Jordan Love’s poor season against a Panthers secondary now relying on rookie Will Lee and veteran Akayleb Evans after injuries to Jaycee Horn and Mike Jackson. With both teams fighting for trench dominance, a win could push the Panthers back to .500 and erase the sting of the Buccaneers defeat.

Lightning Morning Links: Coop’s Catch and Hometown Remix details emerge at practice

Head coach Jon Cooper hosts the ninth Coop’s Catch for Kids fishing tournament, pulling in $500,000 on the day and surpassing $2 million total for pediatric cancer research. While trophies were awarded, no official fish‑size stats were released. The event also spotlights Yanni Gourde’s active rehab progress. The fundraiser blends community fun with a vital cause, underscoring the team's charitable impact.

Chicago Bears Stat Tracker Week 7: Stacking Wins

Chicago Bears’ Caleb Williams climbs to eighth‑all‑time in franchise touchdown passes with 52 TDs, tying Jim Harbaugh, after the Week 7 win over New England. Though still short of the 1,500‑attempt threshold for the league’s all‑time TD‑INT ratio list, his 3.71 ratio would rank second if qualified. The blog predicts Williams could breach the 60‑TD mark and approach 4,000 passing yards if he posts 400‑yard outings against the Buccaneers or Saints, while noting he’s a few games away from Ed Brown’s yardage record. The piece adds a new TD‑INT chart to track his progress.

Kansas City Royals news: Aramark out of Kauffman in 2028

The Royals announce Sportservice (Delaware North) will replace Aramark as Kauffman Stadium’s food and beverage provider starting in 2028, giving the club time to build local vendor ties. The piece also highlights former manager Ned Yost’s interview on World Series lessons, makes a case to keep reliever Nick Mears amid arbitration, reviews Michael Wacha’s 2026 season with a career‑high 30 homers allowed, and notes former pitcher James Shields’ near‑miss with a Rays mascot.

Milwaukee Brewers: Jackson Chourio set an all-time World Series record in Game 4 loss

The Brewers fall 4-3 to the Rays in Game 4, ending their sweep attempt, but rookie left fielder Jackson Chourio makes history. He records a double in the 12th inning, giving him ten hits in the four‑game series—a feat matched only by Babe Ruth. Chourio also sets the all‑time record for most postseason hits (31) before turning 23, surpassing Andruw Jones. He now posts a .500/.500/.600 line in the World Series and .291/.310/.436 overall, positioning himself as a strong MVP candidate if Milwaukee clinches the title.

Hope Is Alive

It ain’t over yet. Yeah, the World Series might be over, but the Bucs’ season isn’t. Yet. A few days ago, everyone was ready to start shoveling dirt into the grave of the 2026 Bucs. They were 1-5 and looked […] The post Hope Is Alive appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .

Today on Pinstripe Alley – 10/28/26

The Tampa Bay Rays snap Milwaukee's bid for a World Series sweep with Ben Williamson’s 12th‑inning RBI single, delivering the Rays’ first Fall Classic win since 2008 and the final game ever played at Tropicana Field in 2026. Game 4 ends 2‑1 in Tampa’s favor, setting up a decisive Game 5 on October 28, where the Brewers lead the series 3‑1. The roundup covers the drama, a report card for Brewers’ reliever John Schreiber, and offseason Yanks analysis, while prompting debate on Tampa’s chances to force a comeback and The Miz’s potential impact.

Brewers star Jackson Chourio joins Babe Ruth in World Series history

Jackson Chourio tied Babe Ruth’s 98‑year‑old World Series record by collecting his 10th hit in the first four games of the 2026 Fall Classic. The 22‑year‑old outfielder logged a two‑out double in the top of the 12th inning of Game 4, finishing with two hits in six at‑bats and a 10‑for‑20 line through the series. Though his heroics helped Milwaukee build a 3‑2 lead, the Rays rallied in the bottom of the 12th to win 4‑3, cutting the Brewers’ series edge to 3‑1. The Brewers, seeking their first title since 1982, head into Game 5 at Tropicana Field.

MLB World Series Recap: Controversial Call, Chandler Simpson’s Redemption, & More as Rays-Brewers Head for Game 5

Controversial call caught all the limelight as the Tampa Bay Rays saved their World Series hopes by winning Game 4, leaving the Milwaukee Brewers fuming. Just when the Brewers appeared poised to make a late push on Tuesday, a disputed call on Cooper Pratt’s stolen-base attempt brought their ninth inning to an abrupt end. Yet, […] The post MLB World Series Recap: Controversial Call, Chandler Simpson’s Redemption, & More as Rays-Brewers Head for Game 5 appeared first on EssentiallySports .

WS4: Rays 4, Brewers 3 (12)

In Game 4 of the 2026 World Series, the Milwaukee Brewers became the first team to lose a title chance without recording any of the final three outs. Rookie Cooper Pratt homered in the top of the 12th to give Milwaukee a 4‑3 lead—the first extra‑inning home run by a rookie in WS history. A throwing error by third‑baseman Joey Ortiz and a rookie reliever Shane Drohan’s four straight singles allowed the Tampa Bay Rays to score two runs and win 5‑4, forcing a Game 5 in Tampa. The article also notes the end of a 14‑year sweep streak and highlights key moments from earlier innings.

Game 4 World Series hero Ben Williamson shares immediate reaction to Rays’ wild win

The Tampa Bay Rays pulled off a stunning comeback against the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 4 of the World Series at Tropicana Field on Tuesday. The Rays beat the Brewers, 4-3, in 12 innings to stave off elimination in the best-of-seven series. Ben Williamson was the hero for Tampa Bay, hitting a walk-off single with […] The post Game 4 World Series hero Ben Williamson shares immediate reaction to Rays’ wild win appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Rays’ Chandler Simpson issues strong message after World Series Game 4 win vs Brewers

The Milwaukee Brewers disoriented the Tampa Bay Rays by driving in eight runs with two outs in the fifth inning during Game 3 of the World Series, but on Tuesday, the American League champions returned the favor with an offensive barrage of their own. Down to its final three outs of the 2026 season, Kevin […] The post Rays’ Chandler Simpson issues strong message after World Series Game 4 win vs Brewers appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Rays’ Junior Caminero injury concern prompts Kevin Cash update after Game 4 win

It was star third baseman Junior Caminero who started the Tampa Bay Rays’ rally in the bottom of the 12th inning of Game 4 of their World Series clash against the Milwaukee Brewers. Facing reliever Antonio Senzatela, Caminero grounded a ball towards third base. He would then reach base on an errant throw from Joey […] The post Rays’ Junior Caminero injury concern prompts Kevin Cash update after Game 4 win appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Brewers’ Pat Murphy reveals why he kept Jacob Misiorowski out of World Series Game 4

When Cooper Pratt went yard in the top of the 12th inning, that felt like the finishing blow in Game 4 of the World Series for the Milwaukee Brewers. After all, the Tampa Bay Rays have had difficulties scoring runs throughout the entire series, and Milwaukee’s bullpen has been lockdown thus far this postseason. However, […] The post Brewers’ Pat Murphy reveals why he kept Jacob Misiorowski out of World Series Game 4 appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Rays join ultra-rare World Series club with 1910 Cubs after Game 4 stunner

The Tampa Bay Rays kept their season alive with a dramatic 4-3 win over the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 4 of the World Series Tuesday night, producing a finish that carried rare historical significance. Trailing 3-2 in the bottom of the 12th inning, the Rays mounted one final rally. Junior Caminero reached on an error, […] The post Rays join ultra-rare World Series club with 1910 Cubs after Game 4 stunner appeared first on ClutchPoints .

3 Brewers to blame for missed World Series sweep chance in Game 4 vs. Rays

The Milwaukee Brewers were close to clinching a World Series sweep on Tuesday night in Tampa Bay. They entered Game 4 with a 3-0 series lead. With the score tied 2-2 in the top of the 12, Cooper Pratt came through with a go-ahead solo home run to give the Brewers a 3-2 lead. They […] The post 3 Brewers to blame for missed World Series sweep chance in Game 4 vs. Rays appeared first on ClutchPoints .