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The Boston Red Sox aren't participating in the 2026 World Series, but one of their former infielders is playing an increasingly interesting role in Milwaukee's pursuit of a championship. David Hamilton, who spent parts of three seasons with Boston, contributed to one of the most remarkable innings in World Series history Monday night.
Hamilton delivered an RBI single during Milwaukee's eight-run fifth inning in a 10-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays. The Brewers now lead the best-of-seven series 3-0 and are one victory away from the first World Series championship in franchise history. For Hamilton, the moment adds another chapter to a season that began with a return to the organization where his professional career originally started.
An Eight-Run Inning That Made History
Milwaukee entered the fifth inning with a 2-0 lead before turning the game into a rout. The Brewers scored eight runs with two outs, setting a World Series record for runs scored after two outs in an inning. Seven consecutive two-out hits kept the rally alive, with Hamilton contributing a run-scoring single before Jackson Chourio added another RBI double.
David Hamilton makes it 9-0! The Brewers have scored SEVEN runs in the fifth https://t.co/XU7Kz4AMp3
— Talkin' Baseball (@TalkinBaseball_) October 27, 2026
The inning showcased the kind of relentless offensive pressure that has made Milwaukee so difficult to defeat this postseason. The Brewers finished with 16 hits and didn't need a home run during the decisive rally. Chourio collected four hits in the game, while starting pitcher Robert Gasser threw six scoreless innings and allowed just one hit.
Hamilton's Boston Connection Makes The Story Even More Interesting
Hamilton played for the Red Sox from 2023 through 2025 after originally joining Boston in a deal with Milwaukee. His speed was always an important part of his value. He led major league rookies with 33 stolen bases in 2024, but he never established himself as an everyday fixture in the Red Sox lineup.
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Boston eventually traded Hamilton back to Milwaukee in an offseason deal that also involved pitchers Kyle Harrison and Shane Drohan. Hamilton found a role with the Brewers, stealing 30 bases during the 2026 regular season and providing versatility around the infield. His contributions have continued into October, including a home run during Milwaukee's National League Championship Series victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Now the former Red Sox infielder is one win from a championship. The Brewers will attempt to finish the sweep Tuesday night at Tropicana Field. Boston fans may have mixed feelings watching a former player contribute to another organization's postseason success, but Hamilton's journey illustrates how a change of scenery can create a different opportunity. His RBI on Monday was another meaningful moment in Milwaukee's historic October run.