The Milwaukee Brewers are set to face off against the Los Angeles Dodgers in a highly anticipated National League Championship Series, with the Dodgers seeking to break a frustrating winless streak against Milwaukee that has persisted for over a year. The two teams are entering this crucial matchup following strong performances in the Division Series; the Dodgers bested the Philadelphia Phillies 3-1, while the Brewers narrowly triumphed over the Chicago Cubs in a hard-fought five-game series.
The Dodgers have faced considerable challenges against the Brewers, falling to them in eight consecutive meetings. This streak marks the Dodgers’ third-worst against any team in the last 23 years. The last time the Dodgers emerged victorious against the Brewers was on August 13, 2024, when a powerful lineup featuring Will Smith, Shohei Ohtani, Gavin Lux, and Andy Pages delivered a combined offensive effort that secured a 7-2 win.
Since that game, the Dodgers have endured 426 days without a victory against Milwaukee, during which they have allowed a staggering 42 runs and nine home runs. In stark contrast, the Brewers’ pitching has been formidable, limiting the Dodgers to just 24 runs and a mere six home runs, maintaining an impressive 2.22 ERA over 73 innings.
Milwaukee’s recent success includes six wins in July, with four of those games featuring stellar pitching performances that held opponents to two runs or fewer, including a notable shutout achieved through the collective efforts of pitchers Quinn Priester, Abner Uribe, Jared Koening, and Trevor Megill.
As the Dodgers prepare to defend their World Series crown, the pressure mounts to overcome their struggles against the Brewers. The Championship Series commences Monday, presenting an opportunity for the Dodgers to turn the tide and reclaim their dominance. Fans eagerly await what promises to be an intense battle on the field.