Brewers set franchise record for quickest 70 wins with win over Pirates
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 3:16 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
The Milwaukee Brewers achieved their 70th win of the season, recording the fastest 70 wins in franchise history after defeating the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-2 at American Family Field on August 4. Right-hander Logan Henderson pitched effectively, allowing two earned runs while striking out eight over six innings. The Brewers' victory comes after snapping a two-game losing streak and solidifies their position as the only team in Major League Baseball with at least 70 wins this season. The team aims for win number 71 in the series finale against Pittsburgh on August 5, with Kyle Harrison slated to start for Milwaukee.
- •Milwaukee wins 4-2 against Pittsburgh on August 4.
- •Brewers set franchise record for fastest 70 wins in 113 games.
- •Logan Henderson struck out eight and allowed two earned runs.
- •Milwaukee will seek win No. 71 in the series finale on August 5.
- •The Brewers remain the only MLB team with at least 70 wins this season.
- 3:16 AMYahoo Sports — Brewers set new franchise record with gritty win over Pirates
"The Milwaukee Brewers continue to impress and stay on course to get the No. 1 seed in the National League after their latest historic feat.
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