Craigrember is upon us as the Brewers magic number is down to 3. Could be 2 if the Cubs lose tonight.
MIAMI -- Hopefully, the Brewers saved some runs for October. They’re going to need them. A team that played to the cusp of its fifth postseason berth in the past six seasons with pitching and defense showed it can also swing the bat as it officially punched its playoff ticket. In the Brewers’ biggest inning since Robin Yount was still wearing the uniform, all nine Milwaukee hitters tallied hits in a 12-run second that paved the way to a 16-1 win over the Marlins at loanDepot park, with Christian Yelich busting loose for two home runs and five RBIs in a triumphant return to the lineup. Games remaining (8): at MIA (2), vs. STL (3), vs. CHC (3) Standings update: The Brewers (88-66) hold an eight-game lead over the Cubs (80-74) for first place in the National League Central. Milwaukee is the third-best division leader in the NL, meaning it would host a best-of-three NL Wild Card Series against the final Wild Card entrant starting on Oct. 3. Magic number: The Brewers' magic number over the Cubs to clinch the division title is one.
I remember when the Cubs and Reds were relevant, they have cooled off at the right time for the Crew.
Well, disappointing to be done already. Still, a good year. If it's any consolation, no WC series went 3 games. Best wishes to AZ.
