Milwaukee Brewers Clinch Third Consecutive NL Central Division Title

The Milwaukee Brewers have clinched the National League Central division title for the third consecutive year and the fourth time in five seasons, despite losing 5-1 to the St. Louis Cardinals. Their division win was secured after the Chicago Cubs lost to the Cincinnati Reds, granting the Brewers a first-round bye in the playoffs and the top seed in the National League. Christian Yelich and the team celebrated the achievement, acknowledging their underdog status due to roster changes and questions about veteran players' health, including Brandon Woodruff's injury which may sideline him for the postseason. The Brewers' strong mid-season surge, including franchise-best winning streaks, propelled them to the best record in baseball, setting them up for home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. Manager Pat Murphy emphasized the team's resilience despite being considered less talented compared to other playoff contenders. The Brewers will begin postseason play after a final regular-season series in San Diego, with their first playoff game scheduled for October 4 at American Family Field.