3 reasons Brewers fans should be encouraged by NLDS matchup with Padres, 2 reasons to be nervous

The top-seeded Milwaukee Brewers will face the San Diego Padres in the NLDS after the Padres swept the Chicago Cubs in the Wild Card Series. Both teams finished September with identical 18-6 records and are among the hottest teams in baseball heading into their first-ever postseason matchup. While the Padres' rotation showed strength in the Wild Card with Michael King and Nick Pivetta combining for just one earned run in 10.1 innings, questions remain about their other starting options, including injured Casey Mize, unused Robbie Ray, and Walker Buehler, who posted a 4.63 ERA this season. The Padres' infield defense is league-average compared to the Cubs' elite unit, potentially giving the Brewers' offense more opportunities against ground balls.

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