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Brewers end agonizing World Series drought, halt Dodgers dynasty with NLCS sweep

The Milwaukee Brewers etched their name into baseball history by ending an 41-year World Series drought with a dominant four-game sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League Championship Series. The victory, secured with a 6-4 win in front of 49,104 fans at Dodger Stadium, marked the first time the Brewers have claimed a league pennant since relocating to Milwaukee in 1970.

The team’s resilience and fan support—despite playing in the smallest market in MLB and often lacking the financial means to retain top talent—stood out as a defining moment for the franchise and its passionate supporters. The Brewers’ triumph also highlighted their ability to overcome adversity, as they rallied from deficits in every game of the series, including Thursday’s matchup where they fought back against the two-time defending champions.

The Dodgers’ hopes for a third consecutive World Series title were dashed by a standout performance from Brewers pitcher Dustin May, who outdueled Shohei Ohtani in a pivotal moment. Though Ohtani briefly reignited his postseason slump with a 428-foot, 113-mph homer off May in the second inning—a swing that showcased his unmatched power—it wasn’t enough to shift the momentum.

The Brewers’ owner, Mark Attanasio, plans to honor former commissioner Bud Selig, who brought the franchise to Milwaukee and later sold it to Attanasio in 2005, by presenting the NLCS trophy to him—a gesture reflecting Selig’s enduring impact on the city and team. For players like second baseman Brice Turang, the victory carries deep meaning, as it fulfills a long-awaited dream for a city known for its unwavering loyalty to baseball.

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