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4 key takeaways as Brewers set sights on 1st World Series title

The Milwaukee Brewers have dominated the National League this season and now look poised to make a historic run after sweeping their way to the World Series. Their ace pitcher, Jacob Misiorowski, has been a standout with a 1.80 ERA and 252 strikeouts, leading the majors in key pitching metrics.

However, his workload has been heavy—nearing 190 innings this year—and his postseason starts have been limited, with just four innings pitched in each of his last two outings. Manager Pat Murphy has emphasized the need to manage his workload as the pressure mounts for the Fall Classic, where Misiorowski will likely take the mound for Game 1 after a full week of rest, potentially bringing his elite velocity back into play.

The Brewers’ bullpen, led by relievers like Abner Uribe and Aaron Ashby, has also been stretched thin in the postseason, with Uribe appearing in seven of eight games and Ashby logging multiple high-leverage outings. Closer Trevor Megill has seen limited usage but remains ready.

The sweep of the NLCS gives the entire rotation and bullpen a crucial break before the World Series begins, ensuring they can deploy their best arms strategically in each game. With the Brewers’ lineup stepping up in October, the stage is set for a title push in their home stadium.

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