Early prediction of the Milwaukee Brewers' 2026 postseason roster

The Milwaukee Brewers have a near-100% chance of reaching the 2026 playoffs for the eighth time in nine years, though manager Pat Murphy emphasizes nothing is guaranteed with an NL Central title, first-round bye, and home-field advantage still available. Brewers fans are already speculating about the October roster, which will shrink to 26 players from the expanded September roster of 28. Teams may include unexpected players based on matchups, such as the Brewers' inclusion of Robert Gasser in last year's NLCS against the Dodgers, and will adjust pitcher counts between 12 and 13 depending on series length. Key roster questions include whether trade deadline acquisition Bo Naylor will make the team as a third catcher and whether David Hamilton will earn postseason starts against right-handed pitchers over Pratt and Ortiz.

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