Ridiculous Again: Brewers Are Two Wins Away From First World Series Title
Baseball Tonight with Buster OlneySummary
The Milwaukee Brewers secure a thrilling 5-4 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 2 of the World Series, taking a commanding 2-0 lead in the series. The game featured a remarkable comeback by the Brewers, who overcame an early 4-0 deficit. Sal Freelich played a pivotal role, hitting a tying home run in the sixth inning, while rookie Cooper Pratt delivered the game-winning hit in the eighth. Freelich's emotional response after his home run highlighted the team's camaraderie and resilience.
Brewers pitcher Aaron Ashby, who extended his postseason scoreless streak to 15 and two-thirds innings, was left in the game by manager Pat Murphy despite the presence of closer Trevor McGill in the bullpen. This decision proved crucial as Ashby struck out the final batter, sealing the win for Milwaukee. The Rays, who had hoped to capitalize on their early lead with ace Drew Rasmussen on the mound, now face an uphill battle as they head back to Tampa for Game 3.
The Brewers' bullpen showcased its strength, delivering six scoreless innings, while the team's ability to grind out at-bats and maintain composure under pressure was evident throughout the game. As the series shifts to Tampa, the Rays must regroup and find a way to counter the Brewers' momentum.
Show Notes
Buster Olney recaps the Milwaukee Brewers Game 2 win over the Tampa Bay Rays in the World Series. Then, Boog Sciambi and Jessica Mendoza join Buster in the radio booth at American Family Field to discuss another Brewers comeback win, Pat Murphy deftly managing his bullpen, Sal Frelick and Cooper Pratt’s heroics, and Freddy Peralta facing his old team. Later, Buster answers your questions during Bleacher Tweets.
0:00 Welcome
0:25 Buster with Sal Frelick postgame on the field
1:54 Recap: Brewers beat Rays to take 2-0 World Series lead
7:46 Boog Sciambi & Jessica Mendoza join
8:09 Pat Murphy sticks with Aaron Ashby
11:00 Brewers grinding out at-bat to fuel comeback
13:24 Sal Frelick hits game-tying home run
15:47 Cooper Pratt is the Game 2 hero
16:30 Freddy Peralta facing former team in Game 3
18:28 Bleacher Tweets
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