{"id":107538,"date":"2025-09-22T00:54:29","date_gmt":"2025-09-22T04:54:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/?p=107538"},"modified":"2025-09-22T00:54:29","modified_gmt":"2025-09-22T04:54:29","slug":"milwaukee-brewers-clinch-nl-central-eye-deep-postseason-run","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/2025\/09\/22\/milwaukee-brewers-clinch-nl-central-eye-deep-postseason-run\/","title":{"rendered":"Milwaukee Brewers Clinch NL Central, Eye Deep Postseason Run"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Milwaukee Brewers have stamped their ticket to October baseball once again, clinching a postseason berth last week and the National League Central over the weekend. Sitting atop the league with a 95-61 record, the Brewers hold the best mark in Major League Baseball, and just wrapped up their fourth NL Central title in five years. The defining theme of 2025 has been balance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_107547\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-107547\" style=\"width: 626px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-107547\" src=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/09\/USATSI_27140870_168400885_lowres-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"626\" height=\"417\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/09\/USATSI_27140870_168400885_lowres-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/09\/USATSI_27140870_168400885_lowres-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/09\/USATSI_27140870_168400885_lowres-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/09\/USATSI_27140870_168400885_lowres-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/09\/USATSI_27140870_168400885_lowres-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/09\/USATSI_27140870_168400885_lowres-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/09\/USATSI_27140870_168400885_lowres-1200x800.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 626px) 100vw, 626px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-107547\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sep 21, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Milwaukee Brewers pose for a photo on the field after the Brewers clinched the 2025 National League Central Division Championship following a game against the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Brewers Eye Deep Run After Clinching NL Central<\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">WE GOING BACK TO BACK TO BACK<a  href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/MagicBrew?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">#MagicBrew<\/a> <a  href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/hEjcviem7E\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pic.twitter.com\/hEjcviem7E<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Milwaukee Brewers (@Brewers) <a  href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Brewers\/status\/1969872916595507666?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">September 21, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h3>Brice Turang Leads Breakout Performances<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most compelling story of this regular season has been second baseman <a  href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/t\/turanbr02.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-09-22_br\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Brice Turang<\/a>. Long regarded as a glove-first infielder, Turang has transformed his offensive profile in 2025, earning All-Star consideration and recognition as the Brewers\u2019 biggest success story this season. His emergence has turned a once-defense-heavy profile into a genuine two-way star at the keystone, bolstering a lineup often characterized as pitching-dependent in recent years.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alongside Turang\u2019s rise, veteran outfielder <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/y\/yelicch01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-09-22_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Christian Yelich<\/a> has engineered one of the most impressive comebacks of the season. After battling back and knee surgeries, Yelich has not only looked like his old self, but also surpassed expectations by driving in 100 runs for the second time in his career. His return to form has given the Brewers a reliable middle-of-the-order force. This is something that has been missing since his MVP-level years.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the pitching side, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/p\/priesqu01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-09-22_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Quinn Priester<\/a> has defied conventional logic. The Brewers have won 19 consecutive games with Priester on the mound, a streak that has redefined his place in the rotation. While he may not post ace-like strikeout numbers, his consistency and knack for giving the Brewers a chance to win have been vital in their stretch of dominance this summer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Rotation Taking Shape Ahead of October<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The rotation depth chart for October is still in flux, but the headlines remain positive for Milwaukee. Ace <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/w\/woodrbr01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-09-22_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Brandon Woodruff<\/a> is healthy and finally delivering the innings Milwaukee has missed during his extended battles with shoulder injuries. His ability to front the staff in October is as significant as any storyline for the club, giving the Brewers a playoff-tested arm who can take the ball in Game 1 of any series.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meanwhile, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/m\/misioja01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-09-22_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jacob Misiorowski<\/a> has hit a rough patch down the stretch. Once viewed as a surefire playoff starter, the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/2025\/07\/07\/brewers-jacob-misiorowski-nl-rookie-of-the-month-june\/\" target=\"_self\">rookie<\/a>&#8216;s recent struggles have opened the possibility of sliding him into a bullpen role. His high-octane arsenal may play even better in leverage situations. This type of adaptability is what has marked Milwaukee\u2019s approach all season. The pitching staff has not been without attrition. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/q\/quintjo01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-09-22_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jose Quintana<\/a> was placed on the injured list with a calf strain, forcing yet another mid-season adjustment. However, the club was proactive in acquiring <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/f\/feddeer01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-09-22_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Erick Fedde<\/a>, who has added stability to a group stretched thin by injuries to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/m\/megiltr01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-09-22_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Trevor Megill<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/search\/search.fcgi?pid=hendelo01,hender002log&amp;search=Logan+Henderson&amp;utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-09-22_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Logan Henderson<\/a>. The return of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/m\/mearsni01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-09-22_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nick Mears<\/a> has also given the bullpen a lift in September, offering manager <a  href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/managers\/murphpa99.shtml\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pat Murphy<\/a>\u00a0another trusted right-handed option.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Depth Tested and Reinforced<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Injuries have forced the Brewers to continually retool, but the resilience of the roster has shone through in September. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/o\/ortizjo06.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-09-22_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Joey Ortiz<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/c\/chourja01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-09-22_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jackson Chourio<\/a> both returned from injury stints at critical moments, injecting energy and youth into the lineup. For Milwaukee, the mix of ascending prospects and seasoned veterans appears to be the right blend for playoff baseball. The Brewers\u2019 ability to weather losing key contributors has been one of the clearest indicators of their staying power. Call-ups, rehab assignments, and strategic acquisitions demonstrate the front office\u2019s commitment to fortifying the roster with October looming.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Postseason Outlook: A Franchise Poised for a Breakthrough<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This season marks the Brewers\u2019 seventh playoff berth in the last eight years, but expectations are higher than ever in Milwaukee. Unlike previous editions, this team is not simply built on pitching dominance. Instead, it now features true balance. Turang is blossoming into a star, Yelich is rejuvenated, and Priester is authoring a historic run of team victories. The offense is now every bit as capable of carrying the club as the rotation. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The postseason path will likely hinge on a few key factors. Woodruff\u2019s ability to anchor the staff, the bullpen\u2019s performance amidst lingering injuries, and the top of the lineup continuing to spark rallies in October. If these elements align, Milwaukee may enter October with its best chance yet to capture a long-awaited World Series title.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Main Photo Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Milwaukee Brewers have stamped their ticket to October baseball once again, clinching a postseason berth last week and the National League Central over the weekend. Sitting atop the league with a 95-61 record, the Brewers hold the best mark in Major League Baseball, and just wrapped up their fourth NL Central title in five [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5561,"featured_media":102859,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"no","_lmt_disable":"","sfio_featured_image":false,"sfio_embed_code":"","_ef_editorial_meta_date_first-draft-date":"","_ef_editorial_meta_paragraph_assignment":"","_ef_editorial_meta_checkbox_needs-photo":"","_ef_editorial_meta_number_word-count":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[27,1071,35],"tags":[1984,29155,404,6506,28858,28467,29007,28410,2694,28527],"class_list":["post-107538","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-brewers","category-mlb","category-news","tag-brandon-woodruff","tag-brice-turing","tag-christian-yelich","tag-jackson-chourio","tag-jacob-misiorowski","tag-joey-ortiz","tag-logan-henderson","tag-nick-mears","tag-quinn-priester","tag-trevor-megill"],"modified_by":"Lewis Masella, Site Editor","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/107538","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5561"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=107538"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/107538\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":107548,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/107538\/revisions\/107548"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/102859"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=107538"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=107538"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=107538"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}