Padres need Mason Miller to help avoid elimination against Brewers

The San Diego Padres face the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 3 of the NLDS on October 6, 2026, trailing the series 2-0. Mason Miller, the Padres' top closer, aims for redemption after giving up a walk-off hit in the previous game. With the next two games at home, the Padres hope to capitalize on their strong performance at Petco Park, where they are 23-5 since August. The team must win three consecutive games to advance to the NLCS, and insiders suggest the offense will come alive in front of their home crowd. Miller's performance will be crucial if the Padres can extend the series further.

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