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Milwaukee Brewers clinch first World Series crown with Game 5 victory

The Milwaukee Brewers ended a 57-year wait for their first World Series title, beating the Tampa Bay Rays 4-1 in Game 5 to win the series 4-1 in the franchise’s 58th year. Rookie shortstop Cooper Pratt drove in two runs, and Jacob Misiorowski pitched five and two-thirds scoreless innings. Contreras earned World Series MVP honors after batting .381.

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Milwaukee Brewers clinch first World Series crown with Game 5 victory
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What to know

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    Rookie shortstop Cooper Pratt drove in two runs, while Jacob Misiorowski pitched five and two-thirds innings without allowing a run.

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    Contreras received World Series MVP honors after hitting .381.

Why it matters

The victory marks a franchise milestone for the Milwaukee Brewers by ending their long wait for a first World Series championship.

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