Brewers prepare for Wild Card Series with Cubs or Padres
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 10:37 PM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026
The Milwaukee Brewers are set to face either the Chicago Cubs or the San Diego Padres in the National League Division Series. Brewers manager Pat Murphy noted that their pitching is well-aligned for postseason play, giving them an advantage regardless of the opponent. The Cubs have performed well this season, with a record of 9-4 against Milwaukee, while the Padres have surged with an 18-6 September, raising concerns for the Brewers. The matchup will depend on the outcome of the Wild Card Series, where performance could determine which team advances to face Milwaukee.
- •Brewers face Cubs or Padres in NLDS.
- •Brewers have strong pitching setup for playoffs.
- •Cubs have a 9-4 record versus Brewers this season.
- •Padres enter postseason on an 18-6 run in September.
- •Wild Card Series outcome will define Brewers' next matchup.
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"The Milwaukee Brewers will face either the Chicago Cubs or San Diego Padres in the National League Division Series
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