Rays’ Cinematic 12th-Inning Walk-Off Gives Them World Series Game 4
A dramatic turn in extras
The teams entered extra innings tied 2-2. In the top of the 12th, Brewers rookie shortstop Cooper Pratt hit a home run that Milwaukee believed would win the World Series game. The Rays responded in the bottom half of the inning, keeping their hopes alive with a comeback against the Brewers.
Simpson reaches base
With nobody out, Rays outfielder Chandler Simpson tried to bunt the winning run into scoring position. He missed before taking two strikes, then swung away and got a base hit. The account also identifies a throwing error by Brewers player Joey Ortiz as the spark for Tampa Bay’s 12th-inning rally.
Tampa Bay looks ahead
The Rays received some help from the umpires earlier in the game, but the account says they earned the victory with a gutsy, cinematic comeback. Tampa Bay will host Game 5 of the World Series on Wednesday as it tries to extend its season once again.
Key points
- The game was tied 2-2 before extra innings.
- Cooper Pratt hit a home run for Milwaukee in the top of the 12th.
- Chandler Simpson turned from a bunt attempt to a swing and reached base.
- The Rays will host Game 5 on Wednesday.