Williamson Hits Game-Winning Single for Rays; Caminero Vows Game 5 Return Despite Injury

The Tampa Bay Rays avoided a World Series sweep in dramatic fashion on Tuesday night, defeating the Milwaukee Brewers 4-3 in a 12-inning marathon. Pinch-hitter Ben Williamson provided the game-winning heroics at Tropicana Field, delivering a walk-off RBI single to keep Tampa Bay’s season alive.

The victory narrows the Brewers’ series lead to 3-1, forcing a Game 5 as the Rays look to become just the second team in MLB history to overcome a 3-0 deficit in a best-of-seven series.

The 12th-Inning Turnaround

The final frame was a volatile exchange that nearly saw the Brewers celebrate a championship on the road. Milwaukee rookie Cooper Pratt appeared to deliver the decisive blow in the top of the 12th, launching a solo home run to give the Brewers a 3-2 lead.

However, the Rays capitalized on a defensive lapse in the bottom half of the inning. The rally began when Brewers third baseman Joey Ortiz committed a throwing error on a ground ball from Junior Caminero. That mistake opened the door for Tampa Bay to record four consecutive singles against Milwaukee reliever Shane Drohan.

's 12th-inning single marked the first walk-off of the 2026 World Series.

Williamson, who had been struggling throughout the month with just one hit in his previous 15 postseason at-bats, drove a sharp single to secure the walk-off. According to CBS Sports, the sequence marked the first walk-off victory of the 2026 World Series.

Caminero Vows to Play Through Injury

The celebration was slightly tempered by an injury to star slugger Junior Caminero. The infielder appeared to hurt his left foot during the 12th-inning rally, sparking concerns about his availability for the remainder of the series.

Caminero, however, dismissed any suggestion that he would sit out. Speaking to reporters after the game, he emphasized his commitment to the lineup regardless of the medical diagnosis. “If my foot is broken, I’ll play tomorrow,” Caminero stated, as reported by NBC Sports. His presence is vital for a Rays offense that has struggled to find consistency against Milwaukee’s pitching staff for much of the series.

stated he would play in Game 5 even if his foot was broken.

Game 5 Outlook

The series remains at Tropicana Field for Game 5, scheduled for Wednesday, October 28, at 8:00 p.m. ET. The Brewers are expected to start top prospect Jacob Misiorowski as they make their second attempt to clinch the title.

The Rays have not yet confirmed their starting pitcher for the elimination game, though the bullpen is expected to be heavily taxed following the 12-inning effort in Game 4. While the Brewers still maintain a commanding lead, the Rays’ late-inning surge has shifted the pressure back to Milwaukee to close out the series before it returns to Wisconsin.

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