Brewers hold 3-0 lead in World Series as pitching plans shift for Game 4
Milwaukee leads the 2026 World Series 3-0 after a 10-1 win, and the Brewers are adjusting their pitching strategy for Game 4, potentially using a bullpen game.
Key points
- Milwaukee Brewer’s 3-0 series lead after a 10-1 victory at Tropicana Field.
- Brandon Woodruff debuted in the postseason and said he was originally slated to start Game 4.
- The Brewers may use a bullpen game with Dustin May opening, while the Rays will start Griffin Jax.
- Woodruff’s appearance suggests the plan could change, with Shane Drohan likely staying as opener.
- May emphasized the championship’s personal significance to him.
The Milwaukee Brewers entered Game 4 of the 2026 World Series with a 3-0 series lead, one win away from their first championship, after a 10-1 victory on Monday night at Tropicana Field.
Right‑hander Brandon Woodruff, who was added to the 26‑man World Series roster, made his postseason debut by pitching the ninth inning on Monday and had told reporters after Game 3 that the original plan called for him to start Game 4.
With Woodruff’s recent appearance, the Brewers indicated that the plan could change, noting that Shane Drohan, who has been used as an opener, would likely retain that role if Woodruff were held out.
Milwaukee’s projected Game 4 strategy now points to a bullpen game with Dustin May (0‑0, 5.63 ERA) slated to open the contest, while the Tampa Bay Rays are expected to start right‑hander Griffin Jax (0‑1, 6.00 ERA) at Tropicana Field.
May said the series “means more than the one I won with the Los Angeles Dodgers,” underscoring his personal significance attached to the championship opportunity.
Your questions, answered
Who is slated to open Game 4 for the Brewers?
Dustin May is slated to open Game 4 for the Brewers.
What was the Brewers’ score in the 10-1 victory?
The Brewers won 10-1 in their most recent game.
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