The Milwaukee Brewers are one win away from the franchise’s first World Series championship after the Tampa Bay Rays rallied for two runs in the 12th inning to win Game 4 by a 4-3 score Tuesday night at Tropicana Field.
Ben Williamson delivered the walk-off single that scored Nick Fortes, completing Tampa Bay’s comeback and preventing Milwaukee from finishing the best-of-seven series in four games.
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Rays survive a tense World Series game
The Rays entered the bottom of the 12th inning trailing 3-2 and facing elimination.
Jonny DeLuca tied the game with a single, and Chandler Simpson followed with another hit to load the bases.
Williamson then came off the bench and grounded a ball into right field, allowing Fortes to score the winning run.
The victory gave Tampa Bay its first win of the World Series and extended the championship series to at least a fifth game.
Milwaukee Brewers still lead the series
The Milwaukee Brewers lead the Rays 3-1 in the series after winning the first three games, including a 10-1 victory in Game 3 on Monday.
Milwaukee won the opening two games at home by scores of 3-2 and 5-4 before Tampa Bay returned to St. Petersburg and secured its first victory.
The Brewers remain in control of the series because they need only one more win to claim the championship, while the Rays must win three consecutive games to become the first team to overcome a 3-0 World Series deficit.
Milwaukee reached the Fall Classic after a 103-win regular season and a sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League Championship Series.
The Brewers are appearing in the World Series for the second time and are seeking the first championship in franchise history.
Game 4 scoring summary
| Team | Runs | Hits | Errors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee Brewers | 3 | 8 | 2 |
| Tampa Bay Rays | 4 | 9 | 1 |
Milwaukee scored once in the fourth inning, once in the fifth and once in the 12th.
Tampa Bay answered with one run in the second, one in the fourth and two in the 12th.
The game remained tied through the ninth inning and required three extra innings before the Rays broke through.
Ian Seymour earned the win for Tampa Bay, while Shane Drohan was charged with the loss after allowing the winning run.
Milwaukee’s top offensive performer was Pratt, who went 4-for-5 with a home run, a double, two runs batted in and a run scored.
Domingo Hamilton also homered for the Brewers.
What comes next
Game 5 is scheduled for Wednesday, October 28, at 8 p.m. Eastern time at Tropicana Field.
The Rays will try to force the series back to Milwaukee, while the Brewers will have another opportunity to win the title on the road.
If Tampa Bay wins Game 5, the series will move to Milwaukee for Game 6 on Friday, October 30.
A seventh game, if necessary, is scheduled for Saturday, October 31, in Milwaukee.
Both teams are seeking their first World Series title, ensuring the championship will be decided by a franchise-record moment regardless of which club prevails.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the score of Brewers vs. Rays Game 4?
The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Milwaukee Brewers 4-3 in 12 innings on Tuesday, October 27, 2026.
Who hit the walk-off for the Rays?
Ben Williamson hit the walk-off single that scored Nick Fortes in the bottom of the 12th inning.
Who leads the 2026 World Series?
The Milwaukee Brewers lead the Tampa Bay Rays 3-1 in the best-of-seven series.
When is World Series Game 5?
Game 5 is scheduled for Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at 8 p.m. Eastern time at Tropicana Field.
Can the Rays still win the World Series?
Yes. Tampa Bay must win Games 5, 6 and 7 to claim the championship after falling behind 3-0 in the series.
Fact-Checked: Key facts were checked against official MLB game results, the official Game 4 recap and the published 2026 postseason schedule.
Disclaimer: Game times and the remaining World Series schedule are subject to official MLB changes.