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Unfazed by pressure, Luis Lara delivers game-winning hit off Tarik Skubal Original
On paper, the matchup appeared to be heavily tilted – and not in the Milwaukee Brewers' favor. Tarik Skubal, the two-time defending American League Cy Young Award winner, was on the mound for the Los Angeles Dodgers with Garrett Mitchell on second base representing the go-ahead run.
Unfazed by pressure, Luis Lara delivers game-winning hit off Tarik Skubal
Todd Rosiak Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Oct. 11, 2026Updated Oct. 12, 2026, 12:02 a.m. CT On paper, the matchup appeared to be heavily tilted – and not in the Milwaukee Brewers' favor. Tarik Skubal, the two-time defending American League Cy Young Award winner, was on the mound for the Los Angeles Dodgers with Garrett Mitchell on second base representing the go-ahead run.
More Game 1 struggles for Jacob Misiorowski, this time vs. the Dodgers
Todd Rosiak Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Oct. 11, 2026, 10:23 p.m. CT Another Game 1 start in the postseason for Jacob Misiorowski. And more frustration. Yes, the Milwaukee Brewers' ace did limit the Los Angeles Dodgers to a single run in the teams' National League Championship Series matchup at American Family Field on Sunday night, Oct. 11. If you purchase through our links, the USA Today Network may earn a commission. Prices were accurate at the time of publication but may change.
Despite struggles by Jacob Misiorowski, Brewers prevail in Game 1
The Dodgers forced Jacob Misiorowski to throw 35 pitches in the second inning, but he ultimately held them to one run over 4 ⅓ innings. Another Game 1 start in the postseason for Jacob Misiorowski. Yes, the Milwaukee Brewers' ace did limit the Los Angeles Dodgers to a single run in the teams' National League Championship Series matchup at American Family Field on Sunday night, Oct. 11.
'The Boss' resonates with the Brewers' on-field boss, Pat Murphy
Prior to Game 1 of the NLCS, Brewers manager Pat Murphy explained his admiration for Bruce Springsteen. The four words tattooed on Pat Murphy's left forearm describe well the Milwaukee Brewers manager's mantra on the baseball field. They're also lyrics from the song "No Surrender" on Bruce Springsteen's seminal "Born In The U.S.A" album, released in 1984.
Tarik Skubal could have been a Brewer. Now he faces them in the NLCS
Everybody knows who Tarik Skubal is – two-time defending American League Cy Young Award winner, the most dominant left-hander in the game, now heading up the ridiculously talented rotation of the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Tarik Skubal could have been a Brewer. Now he faces them in the NLCS
Todd Rosiak Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Oct. 10, 2026, 6:40 p.m. CT Tarik Skubal, now with the Los Angeles Dodgers, is set to start Game 1 of the NLCS against the Milwaukee Brewers. The Brewers previously faced Skubal in April when he was with the Detroit Tigers, rallying against him before ultimately losing the game. Milwaukee was reportedly in trade discussions for Skubal before the Dodgers acquired him near the deadline.
Who has the edge? Our predictions for the Brewers’ NLCS vs the Dodgers Original
Todd Rosiak Curt Hogg JR Radcliffe Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Oct. 9, 2026, 2:18 p.m. CT The Journal Sentinel's Milwaukee Brewers coverage team of Todd Rosiak, Curt Hogg and JR Radcliffe makes its predictions for the best-of-seven National League Championship Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers starting Sunday, Oct. 11, at American Family Field.
What's working for the Brewers heading into the NLCS – and what isn't Original
Todd Rosiak Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Updated Oct. 9, 2026, 10:08 a.m. CT First challenge: Met. The Milwaukee Brewers entered the postseason tasked with beating the hottest team in the major leagues, the San Diego Padres, and did just that.
What's working for the Brewers heading into the NLCS – and what isn't
Todd Rosiak Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Updated Oct. 9, 2026, 10:08 a.m. CT First challenge: Met. The Milwaukee Brewers entered the postseason tasked with beating the hottest team in the major leagues, the San Diego Padres, and did just that.
Experience the NLDS celebration from a player's perspective
Here's a behind-the-scenes look at how the celebration moved from the clubhouse to the Petco Park field following the Brewers' NLDS Game 4 win.
Abner Uribe delivered another big relief outing in Game 4 of the NLDS
Abner Uribe breathed a sigh of relief after Garrett Mitchell caught Manny Machado's eighth-inning drive at the center-field wall in Game 4 of the NLDS.
The Brewers celebrate winning the NLDS at Petco Park on Oct. 7
The Brewers beat the Padres, 3-1, in Game 4 to clinch the NLDS at Petco Park on Wednesday night, Oct. 7.
Robert Gasser delivered in the biggest start of his life in NLDS Game 4
Robert Gasser beat the team that drafted him, the Padres, as he started for the Brewers and pitched four strong innings in Game 4 of the NLDS.
Christian Yelich says Brewers 'won on the margins' to take the NLDS
Christian Yelich and the Brewers knew it would be tough sledding against a talented Padres team in the NLDS, but they managed to clinch in Game 4.
Robert Gasser delivers for Brewers in four-inning NLDS Game 4 start
Todd Rosiak Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Updated Oct. 8, 2026, 2:30 a.m. CT Robert Gasser delivered a solid four-inning start to help the Milwaukee Brewers defeat the San Diego Padres 3-1. The victory allowed the Brewers to win the National League Division Series matchup against the Padres. Gasser was originally drafted by the Padres before being traded to the Brewers in the deal for Josh Hader.
Robert Gasser delivers for Brewers in four-inning NLDS Game 4 start Original
Todd Rosiak Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Oct. 8, 2026, 12:33 a.m. CT SAN DIEGO – A year ago at this time Robert Gasser was on both the National League Division Series and National League Championship Series rosters for the Milwaukee Brewers, but as the last man out of the bullpen, he pitched only twice – and in mop-up duty at that. It was a much different scenario for the left-hander on Wednesday night, Oct. 7, at Petco Park.
Pat Murphy speaks ahead of NLDS Game 4 at Petco Park
Brewers manager Pat Murphy spoke on a number of topics prior to Game 4 of the NLDS at Petco Park on Wednesday, Oct. 7.
The Brewers' Sal Frelick advances Game 4 of the NLDS at Petco Park
Sal Frelick talked prior to NLDS Game 4 about all the close games the Brewers have played leading up to this moment at Petco Park.
Cooper Pratt's throwing error the difference in Brewers' NLDS Game 3 loss
Cooper Pratt was unable to convert a tough play with two outs in the sixth inning and it ended up allowing the decisive run to score in NLDS Game 3.
Some good, some bad for Brice Turang in Game 3 of the NLDS
Brice Turang finally picked up a hit in the Brewers' Game 3 loss in the NLDS, but he also failed to deliver in a bases-loaded situation.
Missed opportunities haunt Brewers in Game 3 NLDS loss to Padres Original
SAN DIEGO – The night began with Jackson Merrill robbing Jackson Chourio of a potential extra-base hit. It ended with Xander Bogaerts smothering a bullet off the bat of Christian Yelich and then turning a double play.
Missed opportunities haunt Brewers in Game 3 NLDS loss to Padres
Todd Rosiak Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Oct. 7, 2026, 2:46 a.m. CT The San Diego Padres defeated the Milwaukee Brewers 4-3 in Game 3 of the National League Division Series. Strong defensive plays by the Padres, including a game-ending double play, thwarted several Brewers scoring opportunities. SAN DIEGO – The night began with Jackson Merrill robbing Jackson Chourio of a potential extra-base hit.
Jackson Chourio might have been pressing a bit in Game 3 loss in NLDS
Jackson Chourio was robbed of potential extra bases then drove in a run in a frustrating 4-3 loss to the Padres in Game 3 of the NLDS.
A night full of frustration for Christian Yelich and the Brewers
Christian Yelich hit the ball hard three times but in the wrong spot his last time up as the Brewers drop Game 3 of the NLDS to the Padres.
Christian Yelich snaps postseason RBI drought dating to 2018 NLCS Original
Todd Rosiak Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Updated Oct. 7, 2026, 12:17 a.m. CT SAN DIEGO – An ignominious streak has come to an end. With his single that plated William Contreras in the seventh inning of Game 3 of the National League Division Series at Petco Park, Christian Yelich recorded his first postseason run batted in since 2018 – a span of five series, 19 games, 85 plate appearances and 74 at-bats.
Garrett Mitchell is contributing after missing the 2025 playoffs
Garrett Mitchell is in a much better place than he was last year at this time, when he was rehabbing from another shoulder surgery.
Aaron Ashby and DL Hall meet with the media prior to NLDS Game 3
Aaron Ashby and DL Hall meet with the media prior to NLDS Game 3
Brewers hoping Dustin May's success against the Padres pays off in Game 3 Original
Todd Rosiak Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Oct. 5, 2026, 8:57 p.m. CT SAN DIEGO – There's no sugarcoating it – Dustin May hasn't been what the Milwaukee Brewers had hoped he'd be when they acquired him from the St. Louis Cardinals at the trade deadline. A 2-2 record, 5.65 ERA and WHIP of 1.42 in 10 starts with the right-hander's first two, roughly two months ago, easily his best. If you purchase through our links, the USA Today Network may earn a commission.
Brewers hoping Dustin May's success against the Padres pays off in Game 3
Dustin May is starting Game 3 of the NLDS for the Brewers despite his recent struggles since being acquired. Manager Pat Murphy is starting May due to his past success against the San Diego Padres and his postseason experience. May has a strong career record against the Padres, including an impressive 3.14 ERA and 0.95 WHIP in 16 appearances. The Brewers could turn to their bullpen early if May struggles but hope he can help them sweep the series.
Dustin May meets the media in advance of his Game 3 starts in the NLDS
Dustin May will make the biggest start of his tenure with the Brewers against the Padres in Game 3 of the NLDS at Petco Park on Tuesday night, Oct. 6.
Pat Murphy advances Game 3 of the NLDS at Petco Park on Monday, Oct. 5
Brewers manager Pat Murphy met with the media in advance of Game 3 of the NLDS at Petco Park on Monday afternoon, Oct. 5.
Breaking down Brewers' magical ninth inning in NLDS Game 2 victory
Oct. 4, 2026, 9:06 p.m. CT The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the San Diego Padres 4-3 in Game 2 of the National League Division Series. Jackson Chourio hit a two-run, walk-off single in the bottom of the ninth inning to secure the victory. The Brewers rallied against Padres closer Mason Miller, drawing three walks to load the bases before Chourio's hit.
Breaking down Brewers' magical ninth inning in NLDS Game 2 victory Original
With the chips down and the Milwaukee Brewers a strike away from needing to win once in San Diego to be able to bring the National League Division Series back to American Family Field, they did what they've done so often this season – dug deep and found a way.
Gary Sánchez draws key two-out walk off the bench in ninth-inning rally
Gary Sánchez came off the bench to draw a six-pitch walk from Mason Miller and load the bases for Jackson Chourio's game-winning single.
Dustin May is named Brewers' Game 3 starter for NLDS
Manager Pat Murphy announced Sunday, Oct. 4 that Dustin May will get the ball for the Brewers in Game 3 of the NLDS in San Diego.
Brandon Woodruff holding out hope for a potential World Series return
Brandon Woodruff isn't on the Milwaukee Brewers National League Division Series roster. But that didn't stop him from making an early morning arrival at American Family Field on Saturday, Oct. 3, in advance of his team's Game 1 matchup against the San Diego Padres "This is Year 9 for me, eight in the playoffs. And it's gone by in the blink of an eye," he said. "So, just taking a step back, enjoying these days, relishing these days. I was at the ballpark at, like, 11:30 a.m. A little too early.
Jake Bauers had two hits, was on base three times in Game 1 of the NLDS
Jake Bauers had two hits, was on base three times in Game 1 of the NLDS
Aaron Ashby was part of Brewers' bend-but-don't-break bullpen effort
Aaron Ashby pitched 1 2/3 innings as part of a five-reliever effort behind Jacob Misiorowski that wasn't necessarily pretty, but still effective.
Trevor Megill earns his first career postseason save after crazy ending
Trevor Megill records a four-out save to lock down the Brewers' Game 1 NLDS win over the Padres, but not before a crazy play helped decide it.
Jackson Chourio becomes Brewers' new 'Mr. October' with fifth playoff HR Original
Todd Rosiak Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Oct. 3, 2026, 11:20 p.m. CT Jackson Chourio is officially the Milwaukee Brewers' Mr. October. With his third-inning home run off Robbie Ray in Game 1 of the National League Division Series at American Family Field on Saturday night, Oct. 3, Chourio became the franchise's all-time postseason leader in that category – at the tender age of 22 years.
Jackson Chourio becomes Brewers' new 'Mr. October' with fifth playoff HR
With his third-inning home run off Robbie Ray in Game 1 of the National League Division Series at American Family Field on Saturday night, Oct. 3, Chourio became the franchise's all-time postseason leader in that category – at the tender age of 22 years. He entered the game tied for first with one player you'd expect to be atop such a list, Prince Fielder, and one you probably wouldn't in Orlando Arcia. "Happy.
Brandon Woodruff holding out hope for a potential World Series return
But that didn't stop him from making an early morning arrival at American Family Field on Saturday, Oct. 3, in advance of his team's Game 1 matchup against the San Diego Padres.
Pat Murphy's first MLB managerial experience came with Padres in 2015 Original
Well before Pat Murphy was winning National League Manager of the Year awards with the Milwaukee Brewers – anyone for a third straight for this season's 103-59 squad? – he was a 56-year-old former longtime college coach getting his first taste of the major leagues.
Pat Murphy's first MLB managerial experience came with Padres in 2015
Oct. 2, 2026, 6:24 p.m. CT Pat Murphy began his major-league coaching career with the San Diego Padres in 2015 after a long tenure at Arizona State University. He spent four years managing in the Padres' minor-league system, an experience he views as crucial for his personal and professional rebuilding. In 2015, the Padres blocked Murphy from joining the Brewers as a bench coach, only to name him interim manager weeks later.
Meet the team behind the Brewers' business success | Exclusive Original
Todd Rosiak Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Oct. 2, 2026, 5:40 a.m. CT Any Milwaukee Brewers fan out there living and dying with each pitch – especially during this time of the season, when potential elimination is always looming around the corner – just know there’s another group that’s right there with you. And it’s construed of people with local and state ties who also just so happen to be the major decision-makers within the organization.
Meet the team behind the Brewers' business success | Exclusive
Oct. 2, 2026, 5:40 a.m. CT The Milwaukee Brewers' leadership team includes several executives with deep Wisconsin roots. Business operations have driven significant growth in attendance, TV ratings, and revenue. The organization prioritizes continuity and has succession plans in place for key leadership roles.
Who has the edge? Our predictions for the Brewers' NLDS against the Padres
Todd Rosiak Curt Hogg JR Radcliffe Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Oct. 1, 2026, 9:02 a.m. CT The Journal Sentinel's Milwaukee Brewers coverage team of Todd Rosiak, Curt Hogg and JR Radcliffe makes its predictions for the best-of-five National League Division Series against the San Diego Padres starting Saturday, Oct. 3, at American Family Field. Todd Rosiak When the Brewers get into the postseason, they seemingly draw the hottest team going at the time. In 2019 it was the Washington Nationals.
Who has the edge? Our predictions for the Brewers' NLDS against the Padres
Todd Rosiak Curt Hogg JR Radcliffe Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Oct. 1, 2026, 9:02 a.m. CT The Journal Sentinel's Milwaukee Brewers coverage team of Todd Rosiak, Curt Hogg and JR Radcliffe makes its predictions for the best-of-five National League Division Series against the San Diego Padres starting Saturday, Oct. 3, at American Family Field. Todd Rosiak When the Brewers get into the postseason, they seemingly draw the hottest team going at the time. In 2019 it was the Washington Nationals.
The 5 most interesting things Pat Murphy said before Brewers NLDS workout
Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy met with a group of reporters on Tuesday ahead of the team's NLDS workout. Here's what stood out the most.
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