Mets Defeat Brewers 8-4 in Wild Card Game

The Milwaukee Brewers suffered an 8-4 defeat to the New York Mets in Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series, marking their 10th loss in the last 11 postseason games. After taking an early 2-0 lead, the Brewers allowed the Mets to rally with a five-run fifth inning, exacerbated by a struggling bullpen that gave up five earned runs in less than an inning. This loss continues a troubling trend for Milwaukee, as they became the first team in MLB history to blow a multi-run lead in four consecutive postseason games. Fans gathered at American Family Field expressed hope despite the defeat, emphasizing their support for the team as they prepare for Game 2. Manager Pat Murphy's strategy to rely on a strong bullpen did not pay off, leading to questions about their postseason resilience. The Brewers are now one loss away from early elimination for the fifth straight year in the playoffs.