Mason Miller's struggles push Padres toward playoff elimination in Game 2

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Last updated Oct 5, 2026

Mason Miller's struggles push Padres toward playoff elimination in Game 2
Summary

Mason Miller's ninth-inning difficulties contributed to the San Diego Padres' 4-3 loss against the Milwaukee Brewers on October 4. Miller loaded the bases with three walks, leading to Jackson Chourio's walk-off single that puts the Padres in a 2-0 deficit in the NL Division Series. This performance marks Miller's first blown save of the postseason and raises questions about his recent form, having posted a 3.33 ERA since August. The Padres will look to rebound in Game 3 on October 6.

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  • •Mason Miller allowed three walks, loading the bases in the ninth inning.
  • •San Diego is down 2-0 in the NL Division Series against Milwaukee.
  • •Jackson Chourio hit a walk-off single to end the game.
  • •Miller had a stellar regular season but struggled in this outing.
  • •Game 3 is scheduled for October 6 in San Diego.
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  • 2:27 AMYahoo Sports — Mason Miller's uncharacteristic 9th-inning struggles put Padres on the verge of playoff elimination
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MILWAUKEE (AP) — Mason Miller's emergence as the best closer in the major leagues helped get San Diego into the playoffs.His uncharacteristic troubles in the ninth inning Sunday have the Padres on the brink of elimination.

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