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Yelich and the Milwaukee Brewers are one victory away from the first World Series championship in franchise history after a stunning 10-1 win over the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 3 on Monday night, October 26, 2026.
The Brewers now hold a commanding 3-0 lead in the best-of-seven Fall Classic. While history strongly favors Milwaukee, the club’s players and coaches remained careful not to celebrate too early. Three wins, they repeatedly emphasized, are not the same as four.
Yelich Praises Brewers’ Relentless Team Formula
Milwaukee’s victory was powered by an eight-run fifth inning, a record-setting outburst that completely changed the contest. The Brewers scored all eight runs with two outs, stringing together seven consecutive hits during a 25-minute rally.
Christian Yelich helped define the mood after the game, praising the team’s unselfish and relentless approach. For Milwaukee, “pass the baton” has become more than a baseball phrase. It is the identity behind an offense that keeps applying pressure regardless of the score or situation.
“The guys play hard,” manager Pat Murphy said, according to ESPN. “They don’t give in. They make every pitch count, and that’s what it takes to win.”
The Brewers scored their eight runs without hitting a home run. Instead, they relied on aggressive baserunning, timely contact and quality at-bats. That formula has carried them throughout a remarkable postseason run, during which Milwaukee improved to 10-1.
A Historic Fifth-Inning Rally Buries Tampa Bay
The decisive rally began when Brice Turang delivered a two-run single after working the count against Tampa Bay pitching. His ground ball ticked off the glove of Rays shortstop Taylor Walls, opening the floodgates with two outs and the bases loaded.
From there, Milwaukee’s offense became nearly impossible to contain. The Brewers collected 16 hits in total, with Jackson Chourio leading the way with four. William Contreras added three hits, bringing his postseason total to 18, the most in Brewers playoff history.
The eight-run inning set a World Series record for runs scored with two outs. The seven straight two-out hits also established a new postseason record, highlighting the team’s remarkable ability to extend innings and punish defensive mistakes.
- Milwaukee defeated Tampa Bay 10-1 in Game 3.
- The Brewers scored eight runs in the fifth inning.
- Jackson Chourio finished with four hits.
- William Contreras added three hits.
- Milwaukee leads the series 3-0.
Robert Gasser Delivers Another Dominant Start
Milwaukee’s offense received excellent support from rookie left-hander Robert Gasser. The young pitcher allowed only one hit across six shutout innings and faced the minimum number of batters in the game.
Gasser’s postseason ERA fell to 0.60 over 15 innings. His performance also placed him in rare company: he became the first left-handed pitcher since Sandy Koufax in 1965 to face the minimum over at least six innings of a World Series game.
“He’s unbelievable,” veteran Brandon Woodruff said after the game, referring to Gasser by his nickname, “Bobby Gas.”
Woodruff later provided one of the night’s most emotional moments. The 33-year-old veteran, Milwaukee’s longest-tenured player, entered in the ninth inning to record the final three outs. It was his first game appearance since suffering a shoulder injury on July 4 and his first opportunity to participate in a playoff game since 2021.
“What better way to make your re-debut in the playoffs than in the World Series?” Woodruff said.
Brewers One Win Away From Franchise History
The Brewers have now outscored the Rays 18-7 in the series while hitting only one home run. Their success has come through depth, pressure and contributions from throughout the lineup, with Yelich serving as an important veteran voice in the clubhouse.
Milwaukee’s 3-0 advantage is also supported by an overwhelming historical trend. Every team that had taken a 3-0 lead in the World Series before this matchup went on to win the championship. Twenty-one of those series ended in a sweep.
A Game 4 victory would make Milwaukee the first team since the 1976 Cincinnati Reds to sweep both the League Championship Series and the World Series. It would also end a 56-year wait for the Brewers’ first championship.
The Rays, meanwhile, face an almost impossible challenge. Tampa Bay’s Junior Caminero acknowledged that Milwaukee has simply played better and benefited from more favorable moments throughout the series.
Still, the Brewers are refusing to look beyond the next game. Sal Frelick said the team would approach Game 4 like a decisive Game 7, focusing on every pitch, inning and at-bat rather than the championship waiting at the finish line.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Brewers’ World Series record after Game 3?
Milwaukee leads the Tampa Bay Rays 3-0 after winning Game 3 by a score of 10-1.
How did Christian Yelich contribute to the Brewers’ win?
Yelich helped provide veteran leadership and praised Milwaukee’s relentless, team-first approach after the victory.
Who led Milwaukee’s offense in Game 3?
Jackson Chourio led the Brewers with four hits, while William Contreras added three hits.
What made Robert Gasser’s performance historic?
Gasser allowed one hit over six shutout innings and became the first left-hander since Sandy Koufax in 1965 to face the minimum over at least six innings in a World Series game.
What would a Game 4 victory mean for Milwaukee?
A win would give the Brewers their first World Series championship and complete a sweep of the Fall Classic.
