The Milwaukee Brewers are closing out their season in style, playing every game as if it livedtheir last, even with their playoff hopes already dashed. They’re showing a relentless drive to finish strong, and it was on full display this weekend. In a dominant performance at American Family Field, the Brewers shut down the New York Mets in a 6-0 game, marking the second consecutive night they handed the Mets a crushing defeat. While the Mets are desperately clinging to their playoff dreams, the Brewers seem determined to spoil their chances.
Milwaukee's Pitching Staff: A Combined Masterclass
The Brewers' pitching was the true highlight of the night, putting on a clinic in a game that saw six pitchers combine to allow just two hits without walking a single batter. That’s not just winning baseball – that’s excellence in execution. Tobias Myers, with a solid 9-6 record, was as sharp as ever, allowing only one hit while striking out five across four efficient innings. This performance set the tone early for what would be a lockdown night on the mound.
Behind Myers, the bullpen was absolutely lights out. Joel Payamps came in with laser focus, striking out three in his inning of work. Aaron Ashby and Nick Mears followed suit, each throwing clean 1-2-3 innings to keep the Mets' hitters off balance and shut out the scoreboard. This wasn’t just a win; it was a statement by the Brewers' pitching staff that, even late in the season, they’re not taking their foot off the gas.
Joey Ortiz Steps Up in the Clutch
At the plate, Joey Ortiz came through when it mattered most, delivering a key hit to break the game wide open. Facing Mets starter José Quintana, a pitcher who has had notable success against the Brewers throughout his career (a 2.94 ERA across 22 appearances), Milwaukee knew they'd have to capitalize on any opportunity. That moment came in the fourth inning when Willy Adames singled, followed by walks to Rhys Hoskins and Isaac Collins to load the bases. With two outs and the pressure mounting, Ortiz battled back from a 1-2 count to slap a two-run single into left-center field, giving the Brewers a 2-0 lead.
Quintana, despite a strong showing with nine strikeouts across 4⅓ innings, simply couldn’t get out of the jam. His line for the night included five hits and two walks, but that one mistake to Ortiz proved costly.
Brewers Break It Open in the Eighth
Even though the Brewers were sitting on a slim lead, they made sure to give themselves some breathing room late in the game. After a quiet stretch that saw Mets relievers retire nine straight Brewers, Garrett Mitchell got things going in the eighth inning with a leadoff single. William Contreras followed up with a walk, and Willy Adames continued his hot night by singling in Mitchell, pushing the score to 3-0.
But the Brewers weren’t done there. After Gary Sánchez loaded the bases, Ortiz came up once again and showed patience by drawing a four-pitch walk from Reed Garrett, forcing in another run. At this point, the Mets turned to Danny Young, but Andruw Monasterio wasn’t about to let up. He muscled a two-run single to center, capping a four-run inning and extending Milwaukee’s lead to 6-0.
This late offensive outburst was the nail in the coffin for the Mets, who simply had no answers for Milwaukee’s steady attack at the plate and suffocating pitching performance.
The Brewers Keep Fighting
What’s particularly exciting about this game is that it demonstrates just how much heart the Brewers are playing with, even when the stakes aren’t as high for them as they are for the Mets. It would be easy to coast through the final stretch of the season, but that’s not how this Brewers team operates. They’re playing with pride, showing up every night with energy and a will to win. And with performances like these, they’re proving they can compete with anyone, even when their playoff hopes are out of reach.
Garrett Mitchell, William Contreras, and Willy Adames all contributed key hits at different moments of the game, further highlighting how this Brewers lineup is full of players who step up in big moments. Whether it's Mitchell snapping a streak of retired batters, Adames consistently finding ways to produce runs, or Ortiz coming through in the clutch, this team plays a complete game. It’s the kind of baseball that makes fans excited for what’s to come, even if the immediate future isn’t the playoffs.
Game Details: What’s Next for the Brewers?
Looking ahead, the Brewers will wrap up this series against the Mets with a 1:10 p.m. Sunday matchup. While the starting pitchers for both teams remain to be announced, it’s clear that the Brewers aren’t letting up, regardless of who takes the mound. Fans can catch the game on Bally Sports Wisconsin, and for those who prefer radio, tune in to AM-620 for the play-by-play.
Here’s the expected Brewers lineup for Sunday’s game:
- Jackson Chourio (RF)
- Garrett Mitchell (CF)
- William Contreras (C)
- Willy Adames (SS)
- Rhys Hoskins (1B)
- Gary Sánchez (DH)
- Isaac Collins (LF)
- Joey Ortiz (3B)
- Andruw Monasterio
Meanwhile, the Mets will send out a lineup featuring some familiar faces:
- Francisco Lindor (DH)
- José Iglesias (2B)
- Mark Vientos (3B)
- Brandon Nimmo (LF)
- Pete Alonso (1B)
- Starling Marte (RF)
- Luis Torrens (C)
- Harrison Bader (CF)
- Luisangel Acuña (SS)
Key Points to Take Away:
- Pitching Dominance: Six Brewers pitchers combined to allow just two hits with no walks in the 6-0 shutout.
- Joey Ortiz Shines: Ortiz delivered a clutch two-run single in the fourth inning to give the Brewers a crucial lead.
- Late-Inning Surge: The Brewers broke the game open in the eighth inning with four runs, highlighted by a two-run single from Andruw Monasterio.
- Resilient Attitude: Even without playoff implications, the Brewers are playing hard, showing their character and determination as they wrap up the season.
This game wasn’t just a win for the Brewers – it was a showcase of their grit and talent, sending a message that they’re not just playing out the string, they’re playing to win. If you’re a Brewers fan, this team’s fight and resilience should get you excited for the future.
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