Dodgers Advance as Brewers Return to National League Championship Series
The Los Angeles Dodgers are moving on, and the Milwaukee Brewers are back in the National League Championship Series for the first time since 2018. The Dodgers clinched their spot with a hard-fought victory over the San Diego Padres, while the Brewers punched their ticket with a dramatic 4-3 win in Game 2 of the NLDS, capped by Jackson Chourio’s game-winning two-run single off Mason Miller in the ninth inning. The stage is now set for a high-stakes NLCS rematch between two of the National League’s best.
For the Dodgers, the series-clinching win was defined by timely hitting—something that had eluded them throughout the NLDS. Andy Pages delivered the decisive blow, a hit that was especially significant because the Dodgers had gone hitless with runners in scoring position until that moment. Meanwhile, the Brewers’ offense, which led the majors in batting average and on-base percentage during the regular season, showed it can manufacture runs in October. As Rowan Kavner noted, questions about whether Milwaukee’s contact-heavy formula can succeed in the postseason—where home runs often rule—will have to be tabled for now.
The Brewers’ return to the NLCS is a testament to their resilience and depth. After leading the majors in wins for a second straight year with a 103-59 record, Milwaukee is now trying to turn that regular-season success into October glory. Game 1 of the Dodgers-Brewers NLCS is scheduled for Sunday evening, and it will be the only baseball game that day, ensuring a national spotlight. Major League Baseball has not yet announced start times for the League Championship Series, but fans can expect a primetime showdown.
As the Dodgers and Brewers prepare to clash, the series promises to be a compelling battle between Los Angeles’ star power and Milwaukee’s balanced attack. With a trip to the World Series on the line, both teams will look to write their own October story. For the Brewers, it’s a chance to avenge their 2018 NLCS loss to the Dodgers and continue their quest for a first World Series title. For the Dodgers, it’s another step toward defending their crown and chasing history—
Shimanta Das 
