Milwaukee Brewers News Roundup — September 26, 2026

The Brewers clinched the best record in baseball and won their 102nd game, a franchise record, defeating the Cardinals 3-2 behind Brice Turang's two-run home run and four scoreless innings from Kyle Harrison. The victory came as the team navigated significant injury concerns heading into the playoffs, with third baseman Joey Ortiz undergoing an MRI after leaving Friday's game with a right knee bruise, abdominal swelling, and groin issues, though the MRI came back normal and he is expected to be available for the October 3 NLDS.

The Brewers made two roster decisions that clarified their postseason plans. Manager Pat Murphy confirmed that rookie left-hander Shane Drohan will make the NLDS roster after a strong season with a 1.55 ERA in 29 innings, while questions remain about whether struggling left-hander Kyle Harrison will also be included. Separately, the team placed outfielder Andrew Vaughn on the 10-day injured list with an illness but expects him to return before the playoffs begin, though his recent platoon role against left-handed pitchers has limited his at-bats against right-handed pitching heading into October.

The Brewers also honored Christian Yelich by naming him the franchise's first-ever captain, recognizing his nine years of leadership during the team's most successful era. Yelich won the 2018 NL MVP award and has been a consistent clubhouse presence as the Brewers have qualified for the postseason eight times and won the NL Central six times during his tenure. Turang's performance in today's win left him one RBI short of reaching 100 for the first time in his career.