Brewers score early and hold on for 5-3 victory over Rangers
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Last updated Aug 30, 2026
The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Texas Rangers 5-3 at American Family Field on August 29, 2026. The Brewers jumped to a 3-0 lead in the first two innings, highlighted by Jackson Chourio and William Contreras hitting early home runs. Shane Drohan earned the start for the Brewers and surrendered only one run over five innings. The Rangers responded late, hitting two home runs, but could not close the gap further, allowing the Brewers to secure their fourth consecutive victory.
- •The Brewers scored three runs in the first two innings.
- •Chourio and Contreras hit home runs in the first inning.
- •Drohan pitched five innings allowing one run and striking out six.
- •Rangers hit two late home runs, but fell short.
- •This victory gives the Brewers a fourth consecutive win.
- 3:01 AMYahoo Sports — Brewers strike early, hold on late for 5-3 win over Rangers
"Two early home runs set the pace for the Brewers’ fourth straight win
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