World Series 2026: Brewers are left to grapple with only their second loss of the playoffs after 12th-inning unraveling in Game 4
“That loss stings, but it’s a part of our story,” reliever Aaron Ashby said after Milwaukee's 4-3 loss.
St. Petersburg, Fla. — Cooper Pratt's extraordinary hit in the 12th inning of Game 4 of the 2026 World Series brought Milwaukee's Brewers tantalizingly close to immortality. With a perfectly placed long ball, Pratt sent the ball soaring five rows into the left-field stands, breaking a 2-2 tie and setting the stage for what would be a thrilling finish.
However, Tampa Bay's relentless offense proved too much to overcome, as they rallied to win the game 4-3 in the bottom of the 12th. The Brewers, who had been on a 21-game winning streak prior to this loss, now face a challenging Game 5, with Jacob Misiorowski set to start in hopes of extending their winning streak. Though the victory stung for the team, Brewers captain Christian Yelich emphasized the importance of tough losses, stating, "This stuff is not supposed to be easy. It's supposed to test you."
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