William Contreras owned World Series opener. And Rays fell into his trap

In Game 1 of the World Series, Tampa Bay Rays fell victim to the skill and determination of Milwaukee Brewers' catcher William Contreras. Contreras, already having a historic run in the postseason, showcased his ability to control games on both sides of the ball. He turned a hit for a run-scoring run into a winning run, and then cut down baserunners attempting to score, preventing two of the Rays' scoring chances.

Contreras, a three-time All-Star, drove in 94 runs this season, and his power was evident as he drilled a fastball 108.4 mph, which even the official scorer would not consider an error. His defensive plays were equally impressive, as he turned a double play to end the 6th inning and forced out two Rays batters, including Chandler Simpson, who was stranded on deck.

Contreras' performance was crucial as the Brewers took a 3-2 lead into Game 2, with the Rays' mistakes being the perfect setup for Contreras' command.