NewsFox 13 News (WTVT) — Local NewsOctober 27, 2026Hillsborough County
St. Petersburg resident Chrisie Lopez experiences dream World Series matchup between her hometown Milwaukee Brewers and adopted Tampa Bay Rays
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A longtime baseball fan living in St. Petersburg is watching her two favorite teams meet in the World Series, offering a bright spot for a community recovering from local storm damage. Chrisie Lopez, who grew up supporting the Milwaukee Brewers before moving to Florida and adopting the Tampa Bay Rays, follows her teams as the Rays face a critical game.
Read the full story at Fox 13 News (WTVT) — Local NewsWhy It Matters
Local sports figures and community members find morale boosts through regional sports achievements following neighborhood property damage in St. Petersburg.
Key Facts
- Chrisie Lopez grew up in Milwaukee supporting the Brewers before moving to the Tampa Bay area and settling in St. Petersburg in 2003.
- Lopez became a regular attendee at Tropicana Field and adopted the Tampa Bay Rays as her second team.
- The 2008 season solidified Lopez's fandom when she attended the Rays' playoff clinching games and ALCS victory.
- Lopez wears a Rays jersey featuring the name 'Brewer' on the back, combining her past and present allegiances.
- Lopez expressed hope that winning the Commissioner's Trophy could lift spirits in St. Petersburg following neighborhood property damage.
- The article highlights a World Series matchup featuring the Milwaukee Brewers and the Tampa Bay Rays.
Who's Mentioned
locationSt. Pete“City in Florida where Chrisie Lopez moved in 2003.”locationFlorida“State where Lopez moved and where the Tampa Bay Rays are located.”locationTampa Bay“Region in Florida experiencing neighborhood damage and supporting local sports t”OrganizationMilwaukee Brewers“Major League Baseball team from Milwaukee, childhood team of Chrisie Lopez.”locationMilwaukee“City where Chrisie Lopez grew up.”PersonEvan Longoria“Former Tampa Bay Rays player noted by Lopez during the 2008 playoffs.”OrganizationMiller Park“Former name of the Milwaukee Brewers' home stadium where Lopez spent her childho”OrganizationTropicana Field“Home stadium of the Tampa Bay Rays.”OrganizationTampa Bay Rays“Major League Baseball team based in the Tampa Bay area.”PersonChrisie Lopez“St. Petersburg resident who roots for both the Milwaukee Brewers and the Tampa B”