Cooper Pratt Shines in World Series Performance

Cooper Pratt, a 22-year-old rookie shortstop, showcased an outstanding performance in the World Series, contributing significantly to his team's success.

In 19 at-bats, Pratt recorded eight hits, resulting in a .421 batting average and a series-high seven runs batted in. His performance was pivotal, with one run potentially clinching the championship, had there not been a blown save. This remarkable achievement is particularly notable given that Pratt was playing high school baseball in Mississippi just three years prior.

Pratt's Win Probability Added (WPA) of 0.62 was the highest among all position players in this year's World Series and ranks as the third-highest for players aged 22 or younger in the event's history. He nearly matched Tim McCarver's 0.63 WPA from the 1964 World Series, which remains a benchmark for young players.