Jake Bowers named NLCS MVP and thanks wife Lauren
17 october 2026 в 05:50
Jake Bowers, a player for the Milwaukee Brewers, was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the National League Championship after his team achieved an unexpected victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers and advanced to the 2026 World Series. The award ceremony took place on October 15, and during the celebration, Bowers acknowledged his wife Lauren, expressing gratitude for her support.
Lauren Bowers, in an interview with CBS58 Milwaukee, spoke about her pride in her husband and his achievements. She noted that she was not surprised by his desire to share the credit with the team: «I'm not surprised that he gives credit to everyone else because they deserve it too». Jake had an outstanding performance in the championship, particularly his decisive two-run home run in the seventh inning of Game 3, which was a key moment.
In a post-game interview, Bowers admitted that he nearly walked away from baseball after the 2024 season when his stats were below .200. He mentioned that the decision to continue his career was influenced by his wife’s pregnancy: «The only thing that brought me back was that my wife got pregnant». The couple has a two-year-old daughter, Marley, and a second child whose name they have not yet revealed.
Jake also emphasized that Lauren plays a crucial role in his life and career, allowing him to focus on baseball while she takes care of the children. «She supports me in every way possible, and it’s incredible», - he added.
Now the Brewers are preparing to face the Tampa Bay Rays or the Cleveland Guardians in the World Series, which will begin on October 23.
Lauren Bowers, in an interview with CBS58 Milwaukee, spoke about her pride in her husband and his achievements. She noted that she was not surprised by his desire to share the credit with the team: «I'm not surprised that he gives credit to everyone else because they deserve it too». Jake had an outstanding performance in the championship, particularly his decisive two-run home run in the seventh inning of Game 3, which was a key moment.
In a post-game interview, Bowers admitted that he nearly walked away from baseball after the 2024 season when his stats were below .200. He mentioned that the decision to continue his career was influenced by his wife’s pregnancy: «The only thing that brought me back was that my wife got pregnant». The couple has a two-year-old daughter, Marley, and a second child whose name they have not yet revealed.
Jake also emphasized that Lauren plays a crucial role in his life and career, allowing him to focus on baseball while she takes care of the children. «She supports me in every way possible, and it’s incredible», - he added.
Now the Brewers are preparing to face the Tampa Bay Rays or the Cleveland Guardians in the World Series, which will begin on October 23.
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