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

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 8:58 PM

Last updated Sep 3, 2026

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

Summary

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.

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By the Numbers

•The Milwaukee Brewers currently hold 87 wins and the top seed in the National League.
•Milwaukee leads the Chicago Cubs by nine games in the NL Central division.
•The Brewers rank last in MLB with 130 total home runs this season.
•The team concludes a four-game series against the Chicago Cubs on Thursday in Chicago.

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What they're saying

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The Brewers are in line to earn the NL's No. 1 seed once again. They're also tied for last in the sport in home runs.
— Yahoo Sportsby Russell Dorsey

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