Milwaukee Brewers prepare for postseason after sweeping Chicago Cubs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Following a series sweep against the Chicago Cubs, the Milwaukee Brewers hold a five-game magic number to clinch the National League Central title. The team currently maintains a two-game lead for the best record in the National League and all of Major League Baseball. Management is now coordinating the starting rotation to ensure Jacob Misiorowski and Logan Henderson remain prepared for potential opening games in the National League Division Series. While the rotation leaders are set, the status of other starters remains uncertain as Kyle Harrison, Shane Drohan, and Dustin May face performance or workload concerns. The Brewers face five remaining three-game series against the Reds, Pirates, Orioles, Phillies, and Cardinals to finalize their playoff positioning. The organization is prioritizing regular rest and strategic scheduling to secure a first-round bye in the upcoming postseason.
- •The magic number to clinch the National League Central is five games.
- •Jacob Misiorowski and Logan Henderson are lined up for scheduled starts through late September.
- •The team holds a two-game lead for the top record in Major League Baseball.
- •Kyle Harrison and Shane Drohan may move to the bullpen due to recent performance and workload limits.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Projecting the Brewers’ postseason pitching staff
- 12:00 PMBrew Crew Ball — Projecting the Brewers’ postseason pitching staff - brewcrewball.com
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — How the Brewers can start prepping for the postseason
"With the Brewers on the verge of clinching a postseason spot, how are things falling into place?
"With the Brewers on the verge of clinching a postseason spot, how are things falling into place?
"The Brewers still have work to do in the regular season, but postseason prep can start soon
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 12:00 PMProjecting the Brewers’ postseason pitching staff
With the Brewers on the verge of clinching a postseason spot, how are things falling into place?
- Brew Crew BallSep 11, 2026, 12:00 PMProjecting the Brewers’ postseason pitching staff - brewcrewball.com
With the Brewers on the verge of clinching a postseason spot, how are things falling into place?
- Yahoo SportsSep 10, 2026, 11:00 AMHow the Brewers can start prepping for the postseason
The Brewers still have work to do in the regular season, but postseason prep can start soon
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