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Christian Yelich's late double gives Brewers comeback victory over Pirates

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Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Christian Yelich's late double gives Brewers comeback victory over Pirates

Summary

Christian Yelich hit a two-run double in the seventh inning to lead the Milwaukee Brewers to a 5-4 win against the Pittsburgh Pirates on September 16. Yelich's hit came after the Brewers trailed 4-3, and it supported their recent performance as they seek home-field advantage in the postseason. The Brewers had already clinched the NL Central title, marking their fourth consecutive division championship. The Pirates had taken the lead with consecutive homers but ultimately fell short. The final game of the series is scheduled for September 17, with the Brewers set to start Kyle Harrison.

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By the Numbers

•Yelich's double erased a 4-3 deficit in the seventh inning.
•The Brewers clinched the NL Central title earlier in the week.
•Pittsburgh hit three home runs in the game.
•Milwaukee has won seven of its last eight games.
•The series concludes on September 17 with Harrison starting for the Brewers.

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2:03 AMYahoo Sports — Christian Yelich's 2-run double rallies NL Central champion Brewers to 5-4 win over Pirates

What they're saying

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Christian Yelich’s two-run double in the seventh inning sent the NL Central champion Milwaukee Brewers to a 5-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday night. Yelich grounded his double down the left-field line off Carmen Mlodzinski (7-7) to erase a 4-3 deficit. Milwaukee manager Pat Murphy played all his regulars.
— Yahoo Sportsby JOHN PERROTTO

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