Brewers Manager Pat Murphy Celebrates With Former Yankee Jake Bauers, Takes Shot at Yankees
In a playful jab, Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy referred to the Yankees as 'that horses--- Yankees team' after celebrating with Jake Bauers following the World Series win.
Pat Murphy, the manager of the Milwaukee Brewers, celebrated with Jake Bauers after the team clinched their first World Series title, marking a significant moment in the franchise's history 123. The celebration took on a special twist when Bauers presented Murphy with the ball from the series-clinching play, adding a personal touch to the historic occasion 123. However, the moment was also tinged with a bit of playful rivalry, as Murphy made a pointed reference to the Yankees, calling them 'that horses--- Yankees team' 123.
This comment came as no surprise to baseball fans, given the Yankees' recent struggles. In 2023, the Yankees finished fourth in the AL East and missed the playoffs entirely, while they were swept in the American League Division Series by the Houston Astros 23. Furthermore, the Yankees have not won the World Series since 1923, tying their longest drought in franchise history 3.
Jake Bauers, who played for the Yankees in 2023, had a breakout season with the Brewers in 2026, posting career highs in several offensive categories and earning the MVP title for the National League Championship Series 123. His performance with the Brewers was notably better than his stint with the Yankees, where he batted just .202 with 12 home runs in 84 games 23.
Bauers' success with the Brewers continued into the World Series, where he caught the final out in the Brewers' 4-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 5 1. He hit .266 with 26 home runs and an OPS of .874 during the regular season, making him a key player for the Brewers 2.
The event took place on Wednesday night, adding to the excitement of the World Series celebrations 1. Pat Murphy is now a strong contender for the NL Manager of the Year award for the third consecutive year, highlighting his leadership and strategic acumen throughout the season 2.
Other teams have previously mocked the Yankees during their World Series appearances, making Murphy's comment part of a broader trend in baseball rivalries 2.
What we know
- Pat Murphy celebrated with Jake Bauers after the Brewers won the World Series 123
- Jake Bauers presented Murphy with the ball from the series-clinching play 123
- Murphy referred to the Yankees as 'that horses--- Yankees team' 123
- Jake Bauers had a breakout season with the Brewers in 2026 123
- Jake Bauers was named MVP of the National League Championship Series in 2026 12
- Jake Bauers caught the final out in the Brewers' World Series victory 1
- The Yankees finished fourth in the AL East in 2023 and missed the playoffs 23
- The Yankees were eliminated in the American League Division Series and lost to a sweep 3
- The Yankees have not won the World Series since 1923, matching their longest drought 3
Verification report
Likely accurate — probability of truth 76%, weighted across 19 claims from 3 independent outlets. Since the first report: 76% → 76%, outlets 3 → 3.
- confirmed Pat Murphy, manager of the Milwaukee Brewers, celebrated with Jake Bauers after winning the World Series. (93%)
- confirmed Bauers presented Murphy with the ball from the series-clinching play. (93%)
- confirmed Murphy referred to the Yankees as 'that horses--- Yankees team'. (93%)
- confirmed Jake Bauers had a breakout season in 2026 with the Brewers, posting career highs in several offensive categories. (85%)
- confirmed Jake Bauers was named MVP of the National League Championship Series in 2026. (85%)
- likely Jake Bauers, who played for the Yankees in 2023, caught the final out in the Brewers' 4-1 victory against the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 5. (71%)
- likely Jake Bauers excelled with the Brewers in 2026, hitting .266 with 26 home runs and an OPS of .874. (71%)
- likely Milwaukee Brewers won their first World Series title. (68%)
- likely Jake Bauers had his best career season with the Brewers, achieving career-highs in home runs and RBIs. (68%)
- likely Jake Bauers performed poorly for the Yankees in 2023, batting .202 with 12 home runs in 84 games. (84%)
- likely The event occurred on Wednesday night. (71%)
- likely The Yankees finished fourth in the AL East in 2023 and missed the playoffs. (71%)
- likely Pat Murphy is a strong contender for the NL Manager of the Year award for the third consecutive year. (71%)
- likely Other teams have previously mocked the Yankees during World Series appearances. (71%)
- likely The New York Yankees were eliminated in the American League Division Series and lost to a sweep. (68%)
- likely The Yankees have not won the World Series since 1923, matching their longest drought. (68%)
- likely Jake Bauers played for the Yankees for only one season before being traded. (68%)
- likely During his time with the Yankees, Jake Bauers had a batting average of .202. (68%)
- likely Alex Rodriguez, Derek Jeter, CC Sabathia, Anthony Rizzo, and Jorge Posada have criticized the Yankees for their recent postseason failures. (68%)
Sources
- ESPN — Brewers' Murphy rips Yankees in viral celebratory exchange with Bauers
https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50317928/brewers-pat-murphy-rips-yankees-jake-bauers-exchange - The Guardian US — Brewers manager Pat Murphy takes shot at ‘horseshit’ Yankees team after World Series win
https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/oct/29/pat-murphy-new-york-yankees-milwaukee-brewers - Fox News — Brewers manager Pat Murphy appears to take shot at ‘horses---’ Yankees with ex-player after World Series win
https://www.foxnews.com/outkick-sports/brewers-manager-pat-murphy-takes-shot-horses-yankees-alongside-ex-player-world-series-win