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Do-everything William Contreras is criminally 'underrated' for Brewers | Opinion

Milwaukee Brewers catcher **William Contreras** has emerged as a cornerstone of the team’s postseason push, leading them to a surprising 2-0 lead over the two-time defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers in their National League Championship Series. Behind the plate, Contreras has orchestrated a dominant pitching staff that has allowed just four runs and 10 hits across the first two games, while also delivering clutch offense—including a solo home run and the game-winning RBI in a 7-4 victory in Game 2.

His postseason performance has been nothing short of spectacular, batting .391 with three homers and four RBIs, tying the franchise record for postseason homers with five alongside Jackson Chourio. Contreras, who joined the Brewers in December 2022 after eight seasons in the Atlanta Braves organization, has thrived in Milwaukee, crediting the team’s confidence in his game plan for his success.

Brewers manager **Pat Murphy** has praised Contreras as a rare catcher who refuses to take a day off, even playing through a broken hand in a previous season, embodying relentless competitiveness and a desire to excel in every facet of the game. His combination of defensive mastery, offensive production, and unshakable determination has made him the Brewers’ most valuable player in this high-stakes series.

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