Brewers Sweep Pirates, Extend Winning Streak
The Milwaukee Brewers continued their impressive run by defeating the Pittsburgh Pirates 12-5 on Wednesday night. This victory marks their 12th consecutive win, solidifying their position as the top team in Major League Baseball with a record of 76-44.
It’s funny how the season unfolds. At the start, most baseball fans probably wouldn’t have pegged the Brewers as the team to beat heading into October. But that’s really part of what makes baseball so exciting—any team can surprise everyone, turning into a title contender seemingly out of nowhere.
Mookie Betts, the eight-time All-Star for the Los Angeles Dodgers, reflected on this unexpected success, admitting he hadn’t even considered Milwaukee as a threat at the beginning of the season. “I was a bit surprised,” he noted. “They’re doing everything well. When you play against them, you see how they really gel together.”
While some might view the Brewers as a breakout team for 2025, Betts reminded fans of their recent playoff history. They’ve clinched the NL Central Division in the last two seasons and are well-positioned to do so again. The Brewers have been in the postseason six times in the past seven years, though their closest bid for a World Series came in 2018 when they fell to the Dodgers in Game 7 of the NLCS.
Despite recent struggles, including two losses in the NL Wild Card round in the last two seasons, they haven’t lost their competitive edge. “The Brewers have always been a solid team,” he emphasized, recalling their playoff presence in recent years.
Betts identified pitching as a crucial factor in the Brewers’ success. “Their pitching staff is really impressive,” he said. “In October, that can make all the difference.” Indeed, a standout start or a reliable bullpen can shift the momentum in the playoffs.
Currently, the Brewers boast the third-best team ERA in the league at 3.59, trailing only the Texas Rangers and San Diego Padres. Freddie Peralta is shining as the ace of the rotation, with a respectable 2.90 ERA over 136.2 innings, while rookie Jacob Misiorowski is making waves with a 2.70 ERA in 33.1 innings. The depth of their pitching staff is indeed impressive.
As for closing games, Trevor Megill has established himself well, recording 28 saves with a 2.20 ERA. His standout performance has earned him an All-Star nod this season, underscoring the Brewers’ strong pitching lineup.
Offensively, Christian Yelich is playing at an All-Star level, leading the team with 23 home runs and 81 RBIs, while batting .266/.344/.456. Other young hitters, like Jackson Chulio, adding to an already potent lineup, further heightens the Brewers’ offensive threat.
As the postseason approaches, questions linger. Can this team maintain their momentum? If they do, it won’t come as a shock to Betts or any of their competitors. The Dodgers, for example, have struggled against them, losing all six matchups this season.
