Manny Machado faces boos from Brewers fans in NLDS matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 10:06 AM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
The San Diego Padres are set to face the Milwaukee Brewers in the 2026 National League Division Series, starting October 3. Manny Machado, the Padres' third baseman, is expected to be heavily booed by Brewers fans. This animosity stems from past incidents, including a controversial play during the 2018 NLCS when Machado was accused of dirty play against Jesús Aguilar. Machado's history with the Brewers has made him a target for fan ire, particularly during postseason matchups.
- •Padres and Brewers begin NLDS on October 3, 2026.
- •Manny Machado's history includes controversial play against Brewers.
- •Brewers lost key NLCS game to Machado's Dodgers in 2018.
- •Machado's actions have led to ongoing fan disdain in Milwaukee.
- 10:06 AMYahoo Sports — Here's the lore behind why Brewers fans relentlessly boo Manny Machado
"When Manny Machado plays for the Padres in the National League Division Series, he's going to hear some big-time boos in Milwaukee. Here's why.
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