Latter-Day Saint Cooper Pratt leads Brewers to World Series title
Deseret News • • sports
Key Points:
- Cooper Pratt played a pivotal role in the Milwaukee Brewers' first-ever World Series championship, helping them defeat the Tampa Bay Rays four games to one.
- The rookie shortstop posted an impressive .421 batting average in the Fall Classic, including a home run and seven RBIs, and made history with feats no previous rookie had achieved in World Series play.
- Pratt’s clutch performances included a game-winning RBI in Game 2 and a 12th-inning home run in Game 4, although the Brewers lost that game due to bullpen struggles.
- Beyond his on-field success, Pratt gained attention for celebrating victories with non-alcoholic beverages, reflecting his Latter-day Saint faith and abstention from alcohol.
- Pratt is the first Latter-day Saint to win an MLB title since 2015, and his postseason spotlight highlighted both his athletic talent and personal beliefs.
