Brewers manager Pat Murphy expresses frustration during live interview

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Last updated Oct 7, 2026

Brewers manager Pat Murphy expresses frustration during live interview
Summary

During an in-game interview on October 6, 2026, Brewers manager Pat Murphy reacted candidly to his team's performance while facing the San Diego Padres in NLCS Game 3. As Sal Frelick hit a line drive into center field, Murphy's frustration was captured when he yelled, 'Get in the gap, Sal! God damn it, Merrill!' after noticing the Padres' center fielder, Jackson Merrill, catching the ball. This unscripted moment provided a rare highlight in an often criticized format of in-game interviews. The broadcast team noted the humor in Murphy's frustration, returning to the game's action shortly after the incident.

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  • •Murphy conducted the interview during a scoreless tie.
  • •Frelick hit a line drive that was caught by Merrill.
  • •Murphy's candid response has been widely shared and discussed.
  • •The broadcast returned to the game quickly after the incident.
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