Milwaukee Brewers News Roundup — September 13, 2026

The Brewers defeated the Reds 13-9 behind a dominant offensive performance, with Garrett Mitchell going 4-for-5 with four RBIs and the team scoring four runs in the first inning and six more in the fifth. This victory reduced Milwaukee's magic number to clinch the NL Central to three games, though the team's winning streak ended the following day in a 4-3 loss to Cincinnati, bringing the magic number down to two.

The Brewers' recent offensive explosion has been remarkable. Over their first two games against the Reds, Milwaukee scored 33 runs with 37 hits and seven home runs, setting a franchise record for runs in a two-game span and surpassing the previous high of 30 from 1990. The team needs just eight more runs in their series finale to break the franchise record of 40 runs in a three-game series, achieved twice before in 1978 and 1999.

The team's postseason rotation faces uncertainty following Kyle Harrison's struggles. The 25-year-old left-hander posted a 3.01 ERA before an injury in July but has struggled with a 5.67 ERA across six starts since returning in August, showing diminished velocity. The Brewers moved Harrison to the bullpen in early September, and his first relief appearance yielded four earned runs on four hits against just four batters. Unless Harrison regains his early-season form, the team will rely on Jacob Misiorowski and Dustin May as primary starters heading into October.

In the organization's broader story, a new documentary titled "Ueck" chronicles Bob Uecker's life from his six-year major league career through his more than 50 years broadcasting Brewers games. The film shows how Uecker continued working despite undergoing radiation therapy for lung cancer, demonstrating his deep commitment to the franchise and city. Through interviews with players like Robin Yount and Christian Yelich, the documentary reveals how Uecker's genuine kindness built a lasting culture within the organization.

Looking ahead, young prospect Braylon Payne, the Brewers' 2024 first-round pick, continues his breakout season in the minor leagues. The now-20-year-old has progressed rapidly through the system and was promoted to Double-A Biloxi in August after posting a .930 OPS with 23 home runs in 77 games with High-A Wisconsin. At his current trajectory, Payne could potentially make his MLB debut before turning 22.