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Brewers Edge Rays 3-0 in Series

Milwaukee's eight-run fifth inning secures a commanding lead in the World Series while the Cowboys defeat the Eagles.

By Hiroshi Davis ·

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Major League Baseball is on the verge of its first championship decision of the season. The Milwaukee Brewers moved within one victory of their first World Series title on Monday night. They defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 10-1 to take a 3-0 lead in the best-of-seven series.

The turning point occurred during the fifth inning. Milwaukee scored eight runs in that single frame. The offensive burst included seven consecutive two-out hits. The lopsided score gave the Brewers a commanding advantage heading into Game 4.

Jackson Chourio provided the offensive volume for the visitors. He recorded four hits during the contest. His performance came at a critical moment for the team's postseason run. The Rays had hoped a change of venue would alter their momentum, but the result suggests otherwise.

In the National Football League, the Dallas Cowboys re-entered the race for the NFC East lead. They defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 38-21 on Monday. The win improves Dallas' season record to 3-4.

CeeDee Lamb and Javonte Williams led the Cowboys' attack. The two players combined for 229 yards and three touchdowns. They exploited a shorthanded Eagles lineup to secure the victory. This result revives hopes for a first-place finish in the division.

The WNBA Finals remain tied at 3-2 after the Atlanta Dream lost Game 5. The Indiana Valkyries won 64-55 to take a 3-2 series lead. A title is on the line in Game 6, scheduled for 12:30 p.m. ET on Thursday at State Farm Arena in Atlanta.

Kiah Stokes was the defensive anchor for the Valkyries. She limited Angel Reese to 13 points while scoring 13 herself in the game. The series has been competitive, requiring a decisive Game 6 to determine the champion.

Oregon quarterback Dante Moore will miss the remainder of the 2026 season. The injury is a concussion sustained in Week 4 against USC. His absence has disrupted the offensive line, contributing to the team's recent struggles.

The Ducks must prepare for a matchup against No. 20 Northwestern. They will rely on either Dylan Raiola or Brock Thomas at the quarterback position. The loss of Moore has placed the offense under pressure during a difficult stretch of the schedule.

Source: CBS Sports

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