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Brewers relievers rise to occasion in runaway win over Mets

A trio of relievers combined to allow one run over the final 8 2/3 innings Wednesday night for the visiting Milwaukee Brewers, who cruised to an 8-1 win over the New York Mets in the middle game of a three-game series.

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Brewers’ Christian Yelich reveals why Pat Murphy actually benched Cooper Pratt

The Milwaukee Brewers made headlines on Tuesday night when rookie infielder Cooper Pratt was benched against the New York Mets. Pratt hit a pop fly to the outfield that eventually fell for a hit.

Dustin May News / Field Level Media / August 26

Brewers' Dustin May drilled by first-pitch liner; X-rays negative

Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Dustin May, drilled in the upper back by a comebacker on his first pitch against the host New York Mets on Wednesday, exited the contest and underwent X-rays that were negative.

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The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / August 26

Brewers Will Stick With 6-Man Rotation In Season-Defining Series

If it’s not broken, don’t fix it. Pat Murphy’s Milwaukee Brewers are going to stick with the six-man rotation for this weekend’s season-defining series

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / August 26

Why Brewers' Lack Of Home Runs Should Be A Major Playoff Concern

The Milwaukee Brewers have been the best team in the regular season for the second straight season, even though they have hit the fewest home runs in baseball.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Jackson Chourio News / Viral Sports News / August 26

Brewers Announce Jackson Chourio Decision on Wednesday

The Milwaukee Brewers posted their starting lineup Wednesday ahead of the second game of their series against the New York Mets, and one familiar name was missing from the outfield.

MLB News / Brew Crew Ball / August 26

Game Discussion: Milwaukee Brewers (81-51) @ New York Mets (60-72)

Following a disappointing loss to the New York Mets on Tuesday night, the Brewers will look to bounce back on Wednesday evening, with right-hander Dustin May on the mound opposite Robert Stock for New York.

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Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / August 26

Brewers Do This Thing At Plate More Than Any Team This Decade

Much has been said lately about the unique way the Milwaukee Brewers are winning a league-high number of games this season. The Brew Crew has one of the

Jake Bauers News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Jake Bauers Announces Unfortunate News Before Mets Game

The Milwaukee Brewers have an eye for finding talent that other teams may have passed on, and first baseman Jake Bauers may be the best example of that philosophy in recent memory.

MLB News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / August 26

What It'll Take for Brewers to Win NL Central, Beat Cubs

When the 2026 Major League Baseball season comes to an end, there's a very good chance that the Milwaukee Brewers will be the National League Central champions for the fourth straight year.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / August 26

Brewers Roster Crunch Coming Thanks to Abner Uribe, JoJo Romero

While the Milwaukee Brewers didn't get back into the win column on Wednesday, there was still a lot for the fanbase to be excited about within the organization.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Brewer Fanatic / August 26

Brewers Schedule Analysis, as Team Heads into Home Stretch

The Milwaukee Brewers have spent much of the season making it look easy, but with August nearly in the rearview mirror, the real work is about to begin.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 26

Brewers rookie benched for not hustling enough

Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy taught rookie shortstop Cooper Pratt a big lesson Tuesday, benching the young player during the series opener against the New York Mets at Citi Field in Queens, N.Y.

Cooper Pratt News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / August 26

Cooper Pratt's Surprise Benching Explained for Brewers

It was an intriguing day, to say the least for the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday night. First off, the Brewers got Sal Frelick back into the mix for the first time in over a month.

Jackson Chourio News / Brewer Fanatic / August 26

Jackson Chourio Has a Surprising Problem With Runners in Scoring Position

Jackson Chourio has been one of the Milwaukee Brewers' best hitters in 2026, sitting second behind Jake Bauers in home runs, wRC+ and slugging percentage.

Jake Bauers News / Athlon Sports / August 25

Jake Bauers Announces Update After Removal From Brewers Lineup

Now in his seventh big-league season, Jake Bauers has had by far the best year of his career. The 30-year-old has been the best hitter on MLB’s best team entering Tuesday’s slate of games.

Christian Yelich News / Viral Sports News / August 25

Brewers Raise Eyebrows With Surprising Christian Yelich Announcement

The Milwaukee Brewers will open a three-game set against the New York Mets at Citi Field on Tuesday night without Christian Yelich in the starting lineup, a decision that landed shortly before first pitch and immediately drew attention given the veteran’s standing in the clubhouse.

Sal Frelick News / Viral Sports News / August 25