Game 5 highlights, celebration, analysis
USA Today • • sports
Key Points:
- The Milwaukee Brewers won their first World Series championship in franchise history by defeating the Tampa Bay Rays 4-1 in Game 5 on October 28, 2026, at Tropicana Field in Florida.
- William Contreras, the Brewers catcher, was named World Series MVP after hitting .381 with four RBIs and throwing out four runners during the series.
- Rookie Cooper Pratt played a significant role throughout the series, contributing multiple RBIs and hits, while pitcher Jacob Misiorowski delivered a strong performance despite leaving Game 5 early due to a leg cramp.
- The Brewers are set to celebrate their championship with a parade scheduled for October 30 in downtown Milwaukee, expected to draw a crowd of at least 400,000 fans.
- The Brewers honored longtime broadcaster Bob Uecker, whose iconic voice and presence have been deeply connected to the franchise for over 50 years, with tributes following their victory.
