Brewers Clinch National League First-Round Bye
Brewers Clinch National League First-Round Bye
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The Brewers’ 98-59 record left them two games ahead of the Los Angeles Dodgers (96-60) in the race for the NL’s top seed, which would give Milwaukee home-field advantage through at least the NL Championship Series.
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The first-round bye gives Milwaukee time to rest its players and organize its pitching staff before beginning the Division Series.
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Jackson Chourio became the first player in major league history to record three seasons with at least 20 home runs and 20 stolen bases before turning 23.
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Philadelphia entered the game with a magic number of three to clinch a wild-card berth; the top wild-card team will host the runner-up in a three-game series.
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Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski said the franchise-win record was significant after pitching an intentionally shortened three-inning outing against Baltimore, adding, “Hopefully there's a few more, and we get to a little bigger number.”
The Milwaukee Brewers clinched a first-round bye in the National League playoffs when the Atlanta Braves lost to the Cincinnati Reds, securing a direct path to the Division Series. The Brewers' 98-59 record leaves them two games ahead of the Los Angeles Dodgers in the race for the NL's top seed, which would give Milwaukee home-field advantage through at least the NL Championship Series AP News.
The Phillies defeated Milwaukee 6-4 in Philadelphia, with Bryson Stott delivering the go-ahead RBI single in the eighth inning. Brandon Marsh drove in three runs for Philadelphia, while William Contreras contributed three RBIs for the Brewers WTAQ.
Milwaukee's Historic Regular Season Comes Into Focus
The Brewers won their fourth consecutive NL Central title and set a franchise record with at least 98 victories. The bye gives Milwaukee time to rest its players and organize its pitching staff before the Division Series begins AP News. Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski said the franchise-win record was significant, adding, "Hopefully there's a few more, and we get to a little bigger number."
Zack Wheeler's Dominant Performance Highlights Philadelphia
Philadelphia pitcher Zack Wheeler struck out 11 batters, including seven consecutive batters to open the game. This dominant display helped the Phillies secure their victory and keep them in strong position for a wild-card berth WTAQ.
Jackson Chourio Makes History With Rare Milestone
Jackson Chourio became the first player in major league history to record three seasons with at least 20 home runs and 20 stolen bases before turning 23. This achievement highlights the Brewers' blend of young talent and veteran experience AP News.
Phillies Chase Wild-Card Spot With Magic Number of Three
Philadelphia entered the game with a magic number of three to clinch a wild-card berth. The top wild-card team will host the runner-up in a three-game series News-Gazette.
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