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Fans who thought the Milwaukee Brewers had clinched their first World Series game in 44 years weren't alone—players Jacob Misiorowski and Christian Yelich shared that assumption, along with the second base umpire, Fox Sports broadcaster Joe Davis, and even the fireworks crew. Just about everyone watching the broadcast believed shortstop Cooper Pratt had turned a game-ending double play with his foot on second base, sealing a 4-3 win over the Tampa Bay Rays and a 1-0 series lead. But they were all mistaken.
A challenge from Rays manager Kevin Cash and a subsequent replay review made that clear. In the bottom of the ninth, with one out, Tampa Bay rallying, and Brewers closer Trevor Megill under pressure, what looked like a game-winning double play was anything but. As Rays star Junior Caminero sprinted toward second, Brewers second baseman Brice Turang threw to Pratt. Pratt had his foot on the bag when Turang released the ball, but he lifted it too early, and Caminero was ruled safe.
Key Analysis
The reversal stunned the crowd and underscored the razor-thin margins in postseason baseball. While the Brewers and their fans briefly celebrated what seemed like a historic moment, the correct call kept the game alive and highlighted the importance of replay review in critical situations.
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