Ceremonial & off-field activities for Game 4 of the 2026 World Series Presented by Capital One
Major League Baseball today announced the ceremonial & off-field activities for Game Four of the 2026 World Series presented by Capital One. The 122nd Fall Classic between the National League Champion Milwaukee Brewers and the American League Champion Tampa Bay Rays continues today, Tuesday, October 27th, at Tropicana Field with LIVE coverage beginning at 7:00 p.m. ET on FOX, FOX One, FOX Deportes and ESPN Radio.
CEREMONIAL FIRST PITCHES: In celebration of the Fall Classic, Evan Longoria, former third baseman for the Tampa Bay Rays will participate in the ceremonial first pitch ahead of Game Four.
NATIONAL ANTHEM: Three-time GRAMMY Award-winning hitmaker NE-YO will perform the national anthem ahead of Game Four. The internationally renowned singer and songwriter is known for global hits including “So Sick,” “Miss Independent” and “Because of You” and recently released his latest album, Highway 79.
IN-GAME SU2C MOMENT & MASTERCARD CHECK PRESENTATION: MLB, Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) and Mastercard will continue the annual Fall Classic tradition during game four with an in-game SU2C moment at the end of the fifth inning, featuring players, coaches, umpires, staff and fans holding placards honoring loved ones affected by cancer. The moment will air LIVE on FOX, bringing the baseball community together to recognize those impacted by the disease and show support for patients, survivors and their families.
CAPITAL ONE WALK-OFFS SUPPORT THE JACKIE ROBINSON FOUNDATION: Capital One, the World Series presenting sponsor, will present their $250,000 donation to the Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) ahead of Game Four. Marking five years of partnership with the Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF), Capital One donates $1,000 for each ‘Capital One Walk-Off during the regular season, crossing the $1 million mark in total lifetime contributions. This donation will support the Foundation’s initiatives including the Jackie Robinson Museum and JRF’s Scholars program which provides scholarship and leadership development opportunities to students as they pursue higher education.
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF AMERICA GAME BALL DELIVERY: Nyla, a 17-year-old senior at Lakewood High and member of the Boys & Girls Club of the Greater Tampa Bay will deliver the ball to the mound for Game Four. The delivery will recognize the organization’s commitment to empowering young people and providing opportunities for academic success and personal growth.
AUSL CHAMPIONSHIP RECOGNITION: During Game Four of the World Series, Major League Baseball will recognize the complete roster and coaching staff for the Utah Talons, the 2026 champions of the Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL). The on-field recognition will celebrate the Talons’ back-to-back championships, as well as the AUSL’s continued contributions to the growth and visibility of softball, highlighting the accomplishments of elite athletes and the next generation of players.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY DURING WORLD SERIES: As part of Major League Baseball’s ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship, MLB has ensured that the 2026 World Series incorporates environmentally friendly features and activities. Efforts include:
- World Series Green Teams presented by WM will collect recyclables between innings and raise awareness for what fans can do in their everyday lives to be more environmentally conscious.
- On behalf of the Tampa Bay Rays, MLB Green is donating $10,000 to Tampa Bay Watch, an environmental nonprofit based in St. Petersburg, Florida dedicated to fostering a healthy Tampa Bay watershed through habitat restoration, education and community engagement. The donation will support Tampa Bay Watch’s local programs, including the construction of Living Shorelines, oyster shell recycling for reef creation, marine debris removal and recycling, native plant cultivation and environmental education initiatives. Each of these efforts plays a crucial role in connecting the community to their regional environment, strengthening and enhancing Tampa Bay’s waters, coastlines and wildlife future generations.
- For more information, please visit mlbtogether.com/green.
SENSORY INCLUSION AT TROPICANA FIELD: Major League Baseball and the Tampa Bay Rays are committed to making the World Series sensory inclusive. In partnership with KultureCity, MLB will provide additional sensory bags throughout the World Series. These sensory bags will be available at the First Base Food Hall. KultureCity is the nation’s leading nonprofit dedicated to fighting for inclusion and acceptance of all individuals. KultureCity advocates for those with sensory challenges such as autism and PTSD, among others. KultureCity provides training and equipment to public and private spaces to create an inclusive experience for everyone to fight against social isolation. The Tampa Bay Rays also have a Sensory Room available in Suite 45 on the 200 level. The room provides a quiet area where guests can decompress if they feel overwhelmed or overstimulated. Guests will find fun items in the Sensory Room that offer a safe and relaxing environment while stimulating or calming specific senses.