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Kyle Harrison made Milwaukee's expanded 13-pitcher NLDS roster against San Diego despite late-season struggles following his return from injury, with manager Pat Murphy indicating the left-hander will have a role in the subsequent NLCS matchup against the Dodgers. Harrison was dominant early in 2026 with a 2.57 ERA through his first 15 starts but faltered in late August and September before showing improvement in relief down the stretch. The Brewers carried the extra pitcher partly to accommodate Harrison alongside other depth options, and Murphy has signaled he expects to use Harrison in specific matchups throughout the postseason.
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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 Brew3 reasons to believe this year's Brewers-Dodgers NLCS matchup will end differently than last year's
The Brewers face the Dodgers in the NLCS for the second consecutive year after defeating the Padres in the NLDS. Last year Milwaukee was swept in four games while scoring just four total runs, but this year their pitching staff is significantly stronger, led by NL Cy Young front-runner Jacob Misiorowski, who had the best single-season performance by a Brewers pitcher in franchise history. The rotation is also deeper than last year, with rookie Logan Henderson, Dustin May, and Robert Gasser providing additional options beyond Misiorowski, along with arms like Shane Drohan and Kyle Harrison available for the series.
Reviewing the BrewBrewers announce 2026 NLDS roster complete with stacked pitching staff
The Milwaukee Brewers announced their 2026 NLDS roster with 13 pitchers and 13 position players, departing from the typical 12-pitcher format most teams use for best-of-five series. This decision allowed the Brewers to include both Kyle Harrison and Dustin May on the roster while forgoing a third catcher. Jacob Misiorowski and Logan Henderson are scheduled to start Games 1 and 2, with the Game 3 starter still uncertain, making the extra pitching depth potentially valuable for the series against the San Diego Padres.
Reviewing the BrewBrewers announce NLDS roster
The Brewers announced their National League Division Series roster, carrying 13 pitchers including left-hander Kyle Harrison. The position player group includes returning infielders Joey Ortiz and Andrew Vaughn, who both dealt with minor health issues late in the season. The six left-handed pitchers on the roster give Milwaukee a potential advantage against San Diego's right-heavy lineup, with several capable of pitching multiple innings in games three and four if needed.
Brew Crew BallOverview of Brewers' regular season performance against Padres ahead of NLDS matchup
The Brewers and Padres face off in the NLDS after splitting their regular season series 2-4. Milwaukee won their May matchup in Wisconsin 2-1, including a series-clinching victory where Kyle Harrison received seven runs of support. San Diego dominated their August rematch at Petco Park with a three-game sweep, including an 11-2 victory in which Kyle Harrison allowed eight runs. Both teams finished strong down the stretch, with Milwaukee going 29-12 and San Diego going 25-14 after their mid-August series concluded.
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 still face several key roster decisions ahead of NLDS matchup with Padres
The Milwaukee Brewers will face the San Diego Padres in the NLDS starting October 3 at American Family Field, with Jacob Misiorowski scheduled to start Game 1. The Brewers earned a first-round bye after winning 103 games, while the Padres swept the Cubs in the Wild Card Series. With their roster construction still incomplete, the Brewers must decide whether to include pitcher Kyle Harrison, who was dominant early in the season but struggled after returning from injury in August before showing improvement in a relief role down the stretch.
Reviewing the BrewHanding out individual awards for the Brewers' record-breaking 2026 regular season
The Milwaukee Brewers finished the 2026 regular season with 103 wins, a franchise record that surpassed their previous high of 97 wins set in 2025. Pitcher Harrison made a significant early-season impact with a 2.57 ERA through his first 15 starts, though he struggled in late August and September. Left-handed hitter Jake Bauers had a career-best season at age 30, finishing fifth in the National League in walks (94) and OPS (.873) while adding 26 home runs, 86 RBIs, and 11 stolen bases. Three Brewers defenders—Jackson Chourio in left field, William Contreras at catcher, and Brice Turang at second base—are positioned to win Gold Glove Awards, with Contreras notably committing zero errors while catching over 1,000 innings.
Reviewing the BrewWhy the 2026 Milwaukee Brewers can win the World Series
The Brewers swept the Cardinals despite injuries to key players like Andrew Vaughn and Cooper Pratt, demonstrating the team's depth and "next man up" mentality under manager Pat Murphy. Milwaukee scored four runs in the eighth inning of Friday's game using three singles and small-ball tactics, exemplifying their season-long approach of generating runs without relying on home runs despite ranking 28th in homers. The team named Christian Yelich captain for the first time in franchise history, and pitcher Kyle Harrison delivered two scoreless innings in Saturday's game after a rough stretch, showing Murphy's faith in his players pays dividends. Jacob Misiorowski capped the regular season with a dominant performance, finishing with 252 strikeouts, a 1.80 ERA, and a 0.80 WHIP to lead the league in multiple categories.
Brew Crew BallOnce again, Brice Turang leads the charge as Brewers beat Cardinals 3-2
The Brewers defeated the Cardinals 3-2 to reach 102 wins, a franchise record. Brice Turang hit his 21st home run of the season, driving in his 98th and 99th RBIs and moving within one of reaching 100 for the first time in his career. Kyle Harrison pitched two scoreless innings with four strikeouts, showing the improved velocity and breaking ball that manager Pat Murphy had been hoping to see. The Brewers' bullpen closed out the final four innings without allowing a baserunner.
Brew Crew BallShane Drohan’s revealed postseason roster fate offers more clarity to Brewers’ playoff pitching plans
Manager Pat Murphy confirmed that rookie left-hander Shane Drohan will make the Brewers' NLDS roster, solidifying a key piece of Milwaukee's pitching staff heading into October. Drohan, acquired from Boston in February, has pitched 29 innings out of the bullpen this season with a 1.55 ERA and a .202 opponent batting average. With Drohan's spot now locked in as one of 12 expected pitchers for the best-of-five series, the Brewers have gained clarity on their postseason pitching plans, though questions remain about whether struggling left-hander Kyle Harrison will also make the roster.
Reviewing the BrewBrewers' Kyle Harrison postseason roster decision anything but certain after encouraging signs
Kyle Harrison's postseason roster spot with the Brewers remains uncertain after a difficult second half. The 25-year-old left-hander was among baseball's best starters in the first half before forearm tightness sidelined him in July, and he has posted a 7.80 ERA in 10 appearances since returning in early August, apparently due to mechanical adjustments made while fatigued. A particularly poor start against Pittsburgh last week seemed to seal his fate, but recent relief appearances have shown encouraging signs that could keep his playoff inclusion in play. The Brewers, who have already clinched a postseason berth with a first-round bye, will make their final decision on Harrison's inclusion as the season winds down.
Reviewing the BrewBrewers' southpaw Robert Gasser is hitting his stride at the perfect moment
Robert Gasser has emerged as a potential postseason option for the Brewers as the regular season winds down, with the 27-year-old left-hander posting a 3.13 ERA since August 1 after struggling earlier in the year. The Brewers' rotation faces uncertainty heading into October, as Kyle Harrison has hit a wall due to fatigue and mechanical adjustments, while veteran Dustin May has been inconsistent. Gasser, who is still technically a rookie due to limited appearances following Tommy John surgery in 2024, has been particularly sharp in September with a 1.71 ERA. The timing of his resurgence could prove valuable for Milwaukee's postseason push.
Reviewing the BrewBrewers call up forgotten piece of Lance McCullers Jr. trade for bullpen reinforcement
The Milwaukee Brewers promoted left-hander Colton Gordon to the major leagues after acquiring him from Houston at the All-Star Break as the real centerpiece of a trade that also brought Lance McCullers Jr., who was quickly designated for assignment. Gordon spent two months pitching for Triple-A Nashville, posting a 4.67 ERA over 54 innings with 10 home runs allowed despite limiting walks. The Brewers called him up to bolster their bullpen following Kyle Harrison's short outing in Pittsburgh, optioning right-hander Garrett Stallings to make room. Gordon features a mix of fastballs, slider, and off-speed pitches, though he has struggled with home runs and inconsistent command within the strike zone.
Reviewing the BrewKyle Harrison's struggles continue as Brewers' difficult postseason roster decisions loom
Kyle Harrison's postseason status with the first-place Brewers is in serious doubt after his recent struggles. The 25-year-old left-hander was acquired from Boston in February and excelled in the first half, but has posted a 7.85 ERA since the All-Star Break following a forearm injury, with diminished velocity and movement on his fastball. In a start Thursday against Pittsburgh, Harrison lasted just 1.2 innings and allowed four earned runs, failing to demonstrate the effectiveness needed to secure a playoff roster spot with only nine games remaining in the season.
Reviewing the BrewKyle Harrison gets roughed up again, Brewers lose series finale in Pittsburgh, 7-4
Kyle Harrison lasted just 1 2/3 innings as the Brewers fell to the Pirates 7-4 in Pittsburgh. Harrison allowed five runs in the second inning after a shaky performance that included two walks and two hit batters, effectively ending any chance he makes the postseason roster. The Brewers scored early with Gary Sánchez, Sal Frelick, and David Hamilton recording singles in the second, but Pittsburgh's five-run outburst in that same inning proved too much to overcome despite Milwaukee chipping away with solo home runs from Bo Naylor and late scoring.
Brew Crew BallOnce a co-ace, Harrison running out of chances to earn October role
MLB.com BrewersGame Discussion: Milwaukee Brewers (95-57) @ Pittsburgh Pirates (75-77)
The Brewers seek to sweep the Pirates on Thursday while chasing franchise records, needing three more wins to set a new team mark and five to reach 100 victories. Kyle Harrison takes the mound for Milwaukee despite recent struggles, having allowed 19 runs over his last seven innings pitched, though he's been dominant against Pittsburgh with a 0.00 ERA across 17 career innings against them. Pirates rookie Wilber Dotel makes just his second start of the season with a 1-5 record and 4.84 ERA. The Brewers have designated reliever Rob Zastryzny for assignment after he failed to appear in any games this season due to injuries, and several Milwaukee regulars including William Contreras and Christian Yelich are getting the day off.
Brew Crew BallKyle Harrison is getting another opportunity to prove he belongs on the Brewers' playoff roster
Kyle Harrison gets a starting opportunity Thursday against Pittsburgh after struggling since returning from a forearm injury in early August. The 25-year-old left-hander was dominant in the first half but has been inconsistent recently, including a rough relief appearance where he allowed four runs without recording an out. The Brewers, who clinched the NL Central, are giving Harrison a chance to prove he belongs on their playoff roster by moving him into the Thursday start and pushing Dustin May back to Friday's series against Baltimore.
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