Brewers' Division Clinch Delayed by Phillies' Victory
Milwaukee's magic number drops to one after a 5-1 loss to Philadelphia, with another chance to clinch on Wednesday.
- Phillies ace Zack Wheeler limited the Brewers to one run over seven innings, improving his record to 16-6.
- Nick Castellanos and Bryce Harper hit key home runs to secure the Phillies' 5-1 win over the Brewers on Tuesday.
- Milwaukee's magic number to clinch the NL Central is now one, needing either a win or a Cubs loss on Wednesday.
- Brewers starter Frankie Montas struck out 10 but allowed three earned runs in 5 2/3 innings, falling to 6-3 in his starts with the team.
- Despite the loss, the Brewers remain focused on clinching the division and advancing in the playoffs.