Brewers Advance to NLCS After Defeating Cubs in Division Series
The Milwaukee Brewers secured their first postseason series win since 2018, defeating the Chicago Cubs 3-1 in Game 5 of the NL Division Series, and will now face the Dodgers in the NLCS.
Cubs' 2025 postseason run ends with Game 5 loss to Brewers in NLDS
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Overview
- The Milwaukee Brewers achieved their first postseason series victory since 2018, successfully advancing to the National League Championship Series (NLCS).
- The Brewers defeated the Chicago Cubs 3-1 in a decisive Game 5 of the NL Division Series, securing their spot in the next round of the playoffs.
- Andrew Vaughn's crucial tiebreaking home run in the fourth inning was instrumental in the Brewers' victory over the Cubs, propelling them forward.
- Having finished the regular season with an impressive 97-65 record, the Brewers set a new franchise record for most wins, demonstrating their strong performance.
- Following their win, the team celebrated with a postgame picture featuring a Bob Uecker-signed banner and shared their joy with enthusiastic fans at the stadium.
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Analysis
Center-leaning sources frame this story by emphasizing the Cubs' struggles and the eventual exhaustion of their "magic." They highlight the team's wavering performance and the "hole they dug" early in the series, contrasting it with the Brewers' consistent pressure and ability to capitalize on mistakes. The narrative underscores the Cubs' valiant but ultimately insufficient effort.
"It was the night they finally beat the Cubs."
USA TODAY"The Brewers exorcised some demons to finish off the series."
Associated Press"The Cubs’ postseason run had just ended with a 3-1 loss to the Brewers on Saturday in Game 5 of the National League Division Series."
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FAQ
The NLCS series between the Brewers and Dodgers starts on Monday, October 13, with Game 1 at American Family Field. Subsequent games are scheduled as follows: Game 2 on Tuesday, October 14; Game 3 on Thursday, October 16; Game 4 on Friday, October 17; and Game 5 (if necessary) on Saturday, October 18. If the series extends, Games 6 and 7 would be played in Milwaukee on October 20-21.
The Brewers swept their six head-to-head matchups against the Dodgers in the regular season, outscoring them 31-16.
Games are available to watch on TBS and can be streamed via HBO Max or fuboTV. Local coverage is also available on WTMJ 620 AM/103.3 FM for radio listeners.
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