The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-4 in Game 4 of the National League Championship Series on Thursday, completing a four-game sweep and securing their first World Series berth in 44 years. The Brewers, who finished the regular season with 103 wins, mounted a comeback from an early 4-0 deficit, with Garrett Mitchell providing the go-ahead two-run home run in the sixth inning. Milwaukee’s bullpen proved decisive in the final innings, preserving the lead as the Dodgers struggled to capitalize on scoring opportunities.
The sweep marks a remarkable reversal for the Brewers, who were swept by the same Dodgers team in the previous postseason. Manager Pat Murphy’s young roster demonstrated resilience and confidence throughout the series, coming back in each game despite facing deficits. First baseman Jake Bauers earned National League Championship Series Most Valuable Player honors for his contributions during the four games.
Shohei Ohtani’s three-run home run in the second inning had initially powered the Dodgers’ early lead, but the Brewers chipped away at the deficit through walks, stolen bases, and timely hitting. David Hamilton delivered a two-out solo shot in the ninth to extend Milwaukee’s advantage late in the game. Aaron Ashby closed out the victory with three scoreless innings for the save.
The Brewers will host Cleveland or Tampa Bay in the World Series opener on Oct. 23, following a week of rest. Milwaukee last appeared in the World Series in 1982, when the franchise was in the American League, suffering a seven-game loss to the St. Louis Cardinals. The Dodgers’ bid for a three-peat championship concluded with what manager Dave Roberts acknowledged as a well-played performance by their opponents, despite Los Angeles’ roster featuring numerous veteran stars.
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