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Where things stand
Chad Patrick remains part of the Brewers' bullpen rotation heading into the postseason after accumulating 105.2 innings during the regular season. Manager Pat Murphy has indicated Patrick will have a role in the NLCS against the Dodgers, with the extended best-of-seven format requiring deeper pitching depth than the shorter NLDS series. Patrick has appeared in recent games, including closing out the tenth inning in a win over the Orioles and throwing a scoreless inning against the Mets, though some coverage has noted inconsistency among the team's middle-relief options.
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Brewers' unchanged NLCS roster gives Pat Murphy necessary versatility in rematch with Dodgers
The Brewers kept their same 26-player roster for the NLCS against the Dodgers, including three pitchers who didn't appear in the NLDS: Kyle Harrison, Shane Drohan, and Chad Patrick. Manager Pat Murphy expects all three to play roles in the best-of-seven series, particularly in Games 3 and 4 where the team may use creative pitching combinations like pairing a left-hander with Dustin May. The extended format of the NLCS compared to the shorter NLDS makes deeper pitching depth more valuable for managing matchups and covering potential extra innings.
Reviewing the BrewPat Murphy hints at which pitchers will be included on Brewers' 2026 NLCS roster
The Brewers included 13 pitchers on their NLDS roster instead of the standard 12, which allowed them to carry Kyle Harrison despite his late-season struggles. Harrison, Shane Drohan, and Chad Patrick did not appear in the NLDS against the Padres, but manager Pat Murphy indicated all three will have roles in the upcoming NLCS against the Dodgers. The longer best-of-seven format of the NLCS compared to the best-of-five NLDS will likely require more pitcher usage, making it probable the Brewers will carry the same 13-pitcher group for the series.
Reviewing the BrewBrewers' Game 4 starter decision could undo one of the worst trades in franchise history
The Brewers face Game 4 of their NLDS against the Padres after losing a close Game 3 that kept San Diego alive in the series. Manager Pat Murphy is considering Chad Patrick or Robert Gasser as the bulk pitcher for Wednesday's game, with Gasser appearing to be the favored option after a strong recent stretch. Gasser is a notable choice because he's the only remaining player from the Brewers' infamous 2022 trade deadline deal that sent All-Star closer Josh Hader to San Diego in exchange for four players, most of whom quickly disappointed or departed Milwaukee. If Gasser performs well in Game 4, it would represent a redemptive outcome from what has been regarded as one of the franchise's worst trades.
Reviewing the BrewConstructing Pat Murphy's reliever trust tree heading into Brewers' 2026 postseason run
The Milwaukee Brewers won a franchise-record 103 games in 2026 under manager Pat Murphy's aggressive "win tonight" approach, which resulted in heavy bullpen usage throughout the season. Trevor Megill led the team with 30 saves, while Aaron Ashby, Abner Uribe, and Chad Patrick combined for 16 additional saves. Beyond this core group, the Brewers have several other reliable relievers including DL Hall (1.91 ERA), trade deadline acquisition JoJo Romero (3.38 ERA in 11 appearances), and rookie Shane Drohan (1.47 ERA in relief appearances), with Antonio Senzatela and Kyle Harrison available for specific matchups as the team enters the NLDS against San Diego.
Reviewing the BrewBrewers' postseason secret weapon could end up being overlooked trade deadline acquisition
The Brewers secured the top seed in the National League while carefully managing rest for their pitching staff ahead of the playoffs, with five days off before the NLDS to further prepare. Most of Milwaukee's projected postseason relievers have accumulated heavy workloads this season, with Aaron Ashby at 85 innings, Chad Patrick at 105.2 innings, and Shane Drohan at 123 innings. However, left-hander JoJo Romero, acquired from St. Louis at the trade deadline, has a significantly lower innings total after missing most of August and early September recovering from an emergency appendectomy. Since making his Brewers debut on September 1, Romero has pitched effectively in recent outings, positioning him as a potentially fresh arm for the October postseason run.
Reviewing the BrewBrewers survive blown save, beat Orioles 6-5 in extras
The Brewers defeated the Orioles 6-5 in 10 innings despite early struggles from starter Dustin May, who lasted less than three innings. Jackson Chourio hit a three-run home run in the second inning to give Milwaukee an early lead, but the Orioles tied the game in the third when Pete Alonso homered off May with runners on base. The teams remained scoreless for several innings before the Brewers scored twice in the ninth on a double by William Contreras and a single by Christian Yelich, then added the go-ahead run in the 10th when Brice Turang scored on a single by Sal Frelick. Trevor Megill blew a save in the ninth but Chad Patrick closed out the 10th to secure the victory.
Brew Crew BallThe ignored strength of the Brewers' 2026 roster that will carry them in the postseason
The Brewers' bullpen has been a strength during their recent playoff runs, posting a 1.80 ERA last season and continuing that excellence into 2026. Key contributors Trevor Megill, Abner Uribe, Chad Patrick, and Jacob Misiorowski all return, with Misiorowski now functioning as an ace contending for the NL Cy Young Award while the others remain in relief roles. Megill is fully healthy this season after missing September last year with an injury, and has converted his last 20 save opportunities, while Aaron Ashby is performing better than he did a year ago. Manager Pat Murphy has access to a versatile mix of right-handed and left-handed relievers, with the bullpen posting an MLB-best 2.22 ERA in August.
Reviewing the BrewBrewers Reacts Survey: What to worry about ahead of the postseason?
The Brewers hold the best record in baseball at 91-56 but face several potential postseason concerns across their roster. The offense ranks fourth in OPS and third in runs scored but dead last in home runs, which could limit their ability to produce in crucial moments. The starting rotation appears to rely heavily on Jacob Misiorowski and Logan Henderson, while other options like Kyle Harrison have struggled recently and May, Drohan, and Gasser lack consistency. The bullpen's middle-relief options remain uncertain, with Aaron Ashby, Chad Patrick, JoJo Romero, and Antonio Senzatela all showing inconsistency despite some solid performances.
Brew Crew BallChourio’s two home runs back Misiorowski in Brewers’ 8-2 win over Mets
Jackson Chourio went 4-for-5 with two home runs and four RBIs to lead the Brewers past the Mets 8-2 in the rubber match of their series. Jacob Misiorowski delivered another quality start, pitching six innings while allowing two runs on two hits with six strikeouts, despite dealing with mound issues throughout the game. The Brewers scored early and often, with Chourio's two-run homer in the fourth inning extending their lead to 4-0. Relief pitchers Antonio Senzatela, DL Hall, and Chad Patrick each threw a scoreless inning to close out the win.
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