Milwaukee Brewers pursue top National League seed amid continued regular season dominance

The Milwaukee Brewers remain on track to secure the National League's top postseason seed for the 2026 season. With 87 wins entering Thursday, the team continues to lead the NL Central standings with a nine-game advantage over the Chicago Cubs. Despite recent success, the franchise currently ranks last in Major League Baseball for home runs hit this season. Manager Pat Murphy emphasized the importance of maintaining focus as the team prepares to conclude a four-game series in Chicago on Thursday. Having reached the postseason in seven of the last eight years, the Brewers now aim to translate their consistent regular-season performance into a deep playoff run after a first-round exit last year.

• 8:58 PMYahoo Sports — Can the Brewers turn their regular-season success into October glory?