Brewers Power Past Cubs in Thrilling 3-1 Playoff Win

Brewers Bury Cubs in Solo Shot Showdown

In a game that had all the postseason drama you could hope for, the Milwaukee Brewers took down the Chicago Cubs 3-1 to move on. And how did they do it? Bombs away, baby. Four solo home runs, all with two outs. That’s the baseball equivalent of dropping the mic four times. The Brewers didn’t just win—they outlasted, outpitched, and out-defended a Cubs team that sputtered at the wrong time.

Eric Lauer got the ball rolling with four steady innings of one-run ball, and then the bullpen slammed the door. Chad Patrick looked nasty. Like, “don’t-look-him-in-the-eyes” nasty. Even when Yerry De Los Santos (aka Yeree Bay) came in throwing nothing but balls, the Cubs bailed him out with some wild swings. The Brewers’ defense held strong, and the Cubs couldn’t get the bottom of the order going. That’s how you lose a playoff game in three words: missed. opportunities. everywhere.

Seattle’s Emotional Marathon Victory

Shifting coasts and gears, the Mariners gave their fans an all-time memory with a thrilling extra-innings win. We’re talking grown men crying, couch cushions flying, and a walk-off that’ll be replayed in Seattle sports bars for the next decade. Leo Rivas etched his name into local legend with a clutch moment under the lights. And even though the Mariners didn’t always play textbook baseball, they got it done when it counted.

The game could’ve ended earlier with a bunt or two, but the Mariners stayed aggressive. Cal Raleigh had his usual postseason presence, and Jorge Polanco came through again. Shoutout to Jack Flaherty, who looked shaky early but settled in for two scoreless frames. He was talking to himself, probably imagining angry text messages if he blew it. Instead, he got a “you’re a demon” text mid-game. That’s postseason baseball, folks.

Brewers vs Dodgers: David Meets Goliath (Again)

Now we get the series everyone’s been circling: Brewers vs Dodgers. Milwaukee swept the season series, which is a spicy little nugget for punters looking for value. But now the stakes are higher and the lights are brighter. LA is rolling out Blake Snell and Shohei Ohtani to start things off, while Milwaukee might go with an opener or Freddy Peralta in Game 2. It’s a classic “stars vs system” matchup. The Dodgers have the names. The Brewers have the vibes.

Milwaukee’s base running has been elite all year, and they’ve gotten serious offensive contributions from unexpected names like Adravon. Add in a bullpen that’s been surgical and you’ve got a team no one wants to face. But let’s not pretend LA isn’t stacked. If Ohtani and Mookie Betts get hot, this thing could end fast. That said, motivation matters. The Brewers are playing with house money and a chip on their shoulder. If they get past LA, don’t be shocked if they go all the way.

Blue Jays vs Mariners: The Uniform Bowl

Over in the AL, the Blue Jays and Mariners are squaring off in arguably the most aesthetically pleasing series of October. Beautiful uniforms, passionate fan bases, and two teams that haven’t exactly been October regulars in recent years. The Jays bring the better bats, while Seattle’s rotation might be the best left in the playoffs. That said, Toronto’s bullpen is no joke, and their defensive edge could be the difference in what’s shaping up to be a tight matchup.

The absence of Bo Bichette hurts Toronto, but they’ve still got Vladdy Jr. and a lineup that can string hits together. Meanwhile, the Mariners are banking on Cal Raleigh and the rest of their contact-challenged crew catching fire at just the right time. Game 1 is Kevin Gausman vs Chris Flexen, which sounds like a law firm but should be a fun duel. If the Mariners can keep the Jays off the bases and make clean throws, they’ve got a real shot.

Takeaways

• Brewers are legit. Don’t let the small market fool you. Their bullpen is filthy, and they can beat you with bombs or bunts.
• The Cubs choked. Missed chances, cold bats, and swings at pitches that needed a ladder. They'll be haunted by this one.
• Seattle’s win was pure magic. Extra-inning chaos, legends born, and a city reminded why they love baseball.
• Brewers-Dodgers is must-watch. It’s David vs Goliath with postseason stakes. LA has the stars, but Milwaukee has the mojo.
• Jays-Mariners could be sneaky great. Strong pitching, suspect hitting, and defensive chess. Bet the under, maybe?

We’re in the thick of it now, folks. Every pitch matters, every swing could be a season-ender, and every game is a chance for someone to become a legend. Playoff baseball is chaos—and we love it that way.