Brewers rally with late hits despite defensive struggles in NLDS Game 2
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 1:34 AM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026

The Milwaukee Brewers edged the San Diego Padres in Game 2 of the NLDS on October 4, overcoming a series of defensive errors. Despite an inconsistent defensive performance that included four miscues, the Brewers secured the win with a ninth-inning single from Jackson Chourio following three walks. The victory gives Milwaukee a 2-0 lead in the series, moving them one step closer to a second straight NLCS appearance. Christian Yelich contributed crucial plays and expressed confidence in the team's ability to rebound from their defensive lapses.
- •Jackson Chourio’s single in the ninth secured the Brewers' victory.
- •Milwaukee's defense struggled, with multiple misplays leading to unearned runs.
- •Brewers take a 2-0 series lead against the Padres in the NLDS.
- •Christian Yelich emphasized the need to focus on winning despite errors.
- •The Brewers aim for a clinching win in Game 3 in San Diego.
- 1:34 AMYahoo Sports — Game 2 takeaways: Brewers defense falters before finding a way
"The Brewers didn't have their best defense in Game 2 of the NLDS, a showing that still didn't stand in Milwaukee's way by game's end.
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