Brewers prioritize late-game matchups with starting lineup for Game 1 of NLDS

The Brewers set their Game 1 NLDS lineup against the Padres with Jacob Misiorowski starting on the mound opposite Robbie Ray. Manager Pat Murphy chose to start Christian Yelich as designated hitter, Luis Lara in right field, and Jake Bauers at first base, leaving Andrew Vaughn on the bench. The decision prioritizes favorable matchups in late-game situations, since Ray is expected to pitch only a few innings and the Padres have left-handed relievers Yuki Matsui and Adrian Morejon available later in the game.

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