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Padres face Brewers and Cy Young favorite Misiorowski in NLDS opener

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Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Padres face Brewers and Cy Young favorite Misiorowski in NLDS opener

Summary

The San Diego Padres face the Milwaukee Brewers in the NLDS opener on October 1, 2026. The Padres advance after sweeping the Chicago Cubs in the Wild Card series, showcasing strong offense and pitching. They will challenge Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski, who posted 252 strikeouts and a 1.80 ERA this season. San Diego's lineup features several right-handed hitters, which could impact their performance against Misiorowski, who has had more difficulty with righties this season. Game 1 poses a significant challenge for the Padres as they seek to set the tone for the series.

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By the Numbers

•Padres swept Cubs to reach the NLDS against the Brewers.
•Jacob Misiorowski has a 1.80 ERA and 252 strikeouts this season.
•Padres' offense averaged 5.7 runs per game in September.
•Misiorowski had success against the Padres earlier this season.
•Game 1 is on October 1, 2026.

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The San Diego Padres finished off their sweep of the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday night, advancing them to the NLDS against the No. 1 seed Milwaukee Brewers. The Friars rode a potent offense and dominant pitching staff to an all-around rout of Chicago. The big question for San Diego is whether or not they're able …
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