Brewers take on Rangers in crucial weekend series
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 4:08 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
The Milwaukee Brewers host the Texas Rangers for a three-game series starting Friday at American Family Field. The Rangers enter the series with a record of 66-68, fighting for a playoff spot as they trail the Houston Astros in the AL West and are two games out of a wild-card berth. Meanwhile, the Brewers hold a seven-game lead in the NL Central and aim to secure home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. Notable matchups include Logan Henderson starting for Milwaukee on Friday against Cody Bradford of Texas. The series is significant for both teams as they navigate the final stretch of the season.
- •Brewers lead NL Central by seven games entering the series.
- •Rangers are one game behind Astros in AL West race.
- •Logan Henderson and Cody Bradford are set to pitch on Friday.
- •Game times are scheduled for 6:40 p.m. (Aug. 28).
- •Milwaukee has a three-game cushion over the Dodgers for best NL record.
- 4:08 PMYahoo Sports — Brewers home to face Rangers, who have some familiar players
"The Milwaukee Brewers welcome in the Texas Rangers over the weekend, facing a team with a losing record but a very real playoff path.
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