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The Dodgers weren't inevitable: Brewers remind champs that winning World Series is 'the hardest thing to do'

The Los Angeles Dodgers, who had dominated baseball for nearly a decade with back-to-back World Series titles, suffered a stunning collapse in their quest for a three-peat, falling to a four-game sweep by the Milwaukee Brewers. The defeat marked the end of an era for a franchise that had spent years constructing the most expensive roster in MLB history, yet even their veteran core struggled to adjust to the Brewers' relentless performance.

After Thursday’s 6-4 loss in Game 4, the Dodgers’ dugout stood nearly empty, a stark contrast to their usual celebratory climbs following victories. Freddie Freeman, a key figure in the team’s recent success, acknowledged the pain of falling short after months of grueling preparation, calling it a bitter reminder that even the most dominant teams can be outplayed in the postseason.

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