Joe Davis urges MLB to change check swing rules after Rays' loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 5:31 AM
Last updated Oct 25, 2026
In Game 2 of the World Series, the Tampa Bay Rays faced a controversial check swing call against Yandy Díaz as they attempted a ninth-inning comeback against the Milwaukee Brewers. The Rays initially led 4-0 thanks to Liam Hicks' two-run homer in the first inning. However, the Brewers rallied, ultimately winning 5-4, taking a 2-0 lead in the series. Following the game, Dodgers announcer Joe Davis called for MLB to implement a replay system for check swings to prevent similar controversies, suggesting a process akin to the automated ball-strike technology introduced this season.
- •Rays lost to Brewers 5-4 in Game 2 of the World Series.
- •Tampa Bay led 4-0 before the Brewers made a comeback.
- •Umpire's call on Díaz ended the game controversially.
- •Joe Davis advocates for a check swing review system.
- •Brewers lead the series 2-0 in their quest for a championship.
- 5:31 AMYahoo Sports — Dodgers announcer calls for MLB to make major change after Rays' Yandy Diaz check swing controversy
"The Tampa Bay Rays had a comeback in the ninth end on a potential bad check swing call. Yandy Diaz may have held up, but World Series announcer Joe Davis wants there to be another change by the MLB.
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