The upcoming World Series between the Milwaukee Brewers and the Tampa Bay Rays has added a spooky twist for visiting players. Many teams choose the historic Pfister Hotel for its central location and upscale amenities, but the hotel’s long‑standing reputation for paranormal activity has become a talking point as the series heads toward a possible Game 7 on Halloween night.
Historic charm meets alleged hauntings
Opened in 1893 by businessman Guido Pfister and his son Charles, the Pfister Hotel boasts the world’s largest Victorian art collection in a hotel setting. Over the years it has welcomed U.S. presidents, celebrities and athletes, and it has also become the subject of ghost‑lore that dates back decades.
Players recount unsettling nights
Former Minnesota Twins outfielder Carlos Gómez, who was with the Brewers during the 2024 season, told the Associated Press that he heard disembodied voices in his room and that his iPod began playing static and changing stations on its own. The experience sent Gómez rushing to the lobby without his shoes or pants.
“I’m scared to go there,” Gómez said. “They should change the hotel. Everybody here doesn’t like the hotel. Why do they always put us in the same hotel when you can’t sleep?” He later returned with a Bible for protection, noting that the hotel’s paintings and antique décor added to the unsettling atmosphere.
Phillies star Bryce Harper also described a bizarre incident. He woke to find his clothes on the floor and the nightstand moved to the opposite wall. “I was so flustered,” Harper recalled. “I honestly thought there might be someone in my room. I had no idea what the hell just happened, so I actually looked around, and then I checked to see if the door was still latched, and it was.”
Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts has taken a different approach, opting for an Airbnb when the team visits Milwaukee because of the rumored hauntings. His teammate Teoscar Hernández and his wife switched hotels during the 2025 NLCS after hearing similar stories.
Who—or what—is the ghost?
Hotel general manager Joe Kurth told the Associated Press in 2009 that the most common description of the spirit is a “portly gentleman with a smile,” believed to be Charles Pfister himself. Kurth emphasized that any encounters are said to be friendly, meant to ensure the hotel’s historic hospitality endures.
World Series schedule and local coverage
The World Series will be broadcast on FOX and streamed on FOX ONE, with local FOX6 News providing extensive coverage throughout the remainder of the series. The schedule is as follows:
- Game 1 – Milwaukee, Friday, Oct. 23, 7 p.m. CT
- Game 2 – Milwaukee, Saturday, Oct. 24, 7 p.m. CT
- Game 3 – Tampa Bay, Monday, Oct. 26, 7 p.m. CT
- Game 4 – Tampa Bay, Tuesday, Oct. 27, 7 p.m. CT
- Game 5 – Tampa Bay, Wednesday, Oct. 28, 7 p.m. CT (if needed)
- Game 6 – Milwaukee, Friday, Oct. 30, 7 p.m. CT (if needed)
- Game 7 – Milwaukee, Saturday, Oct. 31, 7 p.m. CT (if needed)
Local fans can also find watch parties, ticket giveaways and updates on the Brewers’ official channels and the FOX6 News website.
What this means for visiting teams
While the Pfister Hotel’s haunted reputation adds a colorful footnote to the World Series narrative, it also underscores the importance of comfortable, restful lodging for athletes preparing for high‑stakes competition. Teams may weigh the hotel’s historic charm against the reported disturbances when planning their stay.
Regardless of the supernatural chatter, the focus remains on the Brewers’ performance on the field. Milwaukee residents and visitors alike are gearing up for what could be a historic championship night on Halloween, with the Pfister Hotel serving as a memorable backdrop—whether for its Victorian elegance or its ghostly lore.
Original reporting: FOX6 WITI – local news — read the source article.
