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Brewers Clinch Third Straight NL Central Title, Earn NLDS Bye

The clinch delivers a NLDS bye, shifting attention to an injury-hit rotation.

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
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Detroit Tigers first base Spencer Torkelson reacts after struck out against Atlanta Braves during the eighth inning at Comerica Park in Detroit on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025.
Sep 21, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Andres Gimenez (0) hits a one run triple against the Kansas City Royals during the eighth inning at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The division was sealed Sunday despite a 5-1 loss to the Cardinals after the Cubs fell 1-0 to the Reds in Cincinnati.
  • Milwaukee is locked into the NLDS with Game 1 set for Oct. 4 at American Family Field against an opponent to be determined.
  • Right-hander Brandon Woodruff went on the 15-day injured list with a right lat strain, with Trevor Megill and DL Hall also sidelined, prompting bullpen-game planning.
  • The Brewers recalled lefty Bruce Zimmermann and designated reliever Joel Payamps for assignment as they sort late-season pitching options.
  • With one week left, Milwaukee is still chasing the top overall seed, while the NL wild-card race remains tight with the Mets and Reds tied for the final spot and the Reds holding the tiebreaker as the Diamondbacks lurk one game back.