Joey Ortiz struggles in Brewers' Game 4 loss against Rays

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Last updated Oct 28, 2026

Joey Ortiz struggles in Brewers' Game 4 loss against Rays
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In Game 4 of the World Series on October 27, Joey Ortiz made two crucial throwing errors that contributed to the Milwaukee Brewers' 4-3 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays in 12 innings at Tropicana Field. Ortiz, who replaced David Hamilton in the ninth inning, initially managed to recover from a throw that nearly led to a run but faltered in the 12th, allowing Junior Caminero to reach base. Despite a late home run by Cooper Pratt that gave Milwaukee a brief lead, the Rays capitalized with four consecutive singles for the walk-off win. Game 5 is scheduled for October 28.

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  • •Ortiz threw two short-hops to first base in critical moments.
  • •Cooper Pratt hit a home run to give the Brewers a brief 3-2 lead.
  • •The Rays answered with four singles to walk off the game.
  • •Game 5 of the World Series is set for October 28.
  • •Brewers must rebound quickly after a painful loss.
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  • 6:24 AMYahoo Sports — Joey Ortiz makes no excuses for error that paved way to Brewers' Game 4 loss
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Joey Ortiz short-hopped two throws to first in the final four innings of Game 4 of the World Series, with the second leading to a 4-3, 12-inning loss.

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