Milwaukee’s beloved baseball club celebrated its historic World Series victory with a national‑stage cameo that highlighted the city’s pride and good humor. Four days after the Brewers secured a 4‑1 win over the Tampa Bay Rays on October 28, captain Christian Yelich, second‑baseman Brice Turang and manager Pat Murphy appeared on Saturday Night Live’s “Weekend Update” segment.
Hosted by Colin Jost, the segment featured the show’s recurring “Drunk Uncle” character, played by Bobby Moynihan. Turang quipped, “We have something in common, Drunk Uncle – we’ve also been drinking since Wednesday,” prompting laughter from the studio audience. Murphy added, “I’m the manager, and that’s kind of like being the drunk uncle of the team,” underscoring the light‑hearted spirit the Brewers brought to the broadcast.
Following the live taping, the trio posted photos with actor Tom Hanks, who was holding the Commissioner’s Trophy. Hanks, a longtime fan of the team, also made a cameo in the show’s cold open, reprising his beloved “David S. Pumpkins” character.
The appearance came at a time when the Brewers are basking in the glow of their first championship in franchise history. The victory, achieved on a chilly Wednesday in Milwaukee, marked a milestone for a team that has long been a source of community pride in Wisconsin’s largest city.
Local fans have taken to social media to celebrate both the championship and the SNL spot, sharing memes and expressing gratitude for the team’s dedication and humility. The Brewers’ front office praised the players for staying grounded, noting that the humor displayed on national television reflects the character that has endeared them to the city’s families and faith‑centered communities.
“We’re grateful for the support of our fans and the chance to share a little fun with a national audience,” Yelich said in a post‑game interview. “Winning the World Series is a dream come true, and being able to celebrate it on a platform like SNL shows how far we’ve come as a team and as a community.”
What’s next for the Brewers?
With the championship secured, the organization is already looking ahead to the next season. Management plans to retain key players and continue building a roster that reflects the values of hard work, family, and faith that resonate with Milwaukee’s neighborhoods. The team’s front office also hinted at community outreach initiatives aimed at youth baseball programs throughout the state.
For now, the Brewers’ SNL cameo serves as a reminder that success on the field can translate into moments of joy and unity off the field, reinforcing the bond between the team and the city that cheered them to victory.
Original reporting: WPBF (Treasure Coast / Hearst) — read the source article.
