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Brewers Secure NL Top Seed with Franchise-Record Wins

9/29/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Milwaukee Brewers clinched NL No. 1 seed and home-field after the Phillies lost to the Minnesota Twins.
Milwaukee tied a franchise-record-tying 96 wins, last achieved in 2011 and 2018.
Milwaukee will face the Cubs-Padres wild-card winner in the NLDS starting October 4.
The Phillies are NL No. 2 seed and will host the wild-card winner; postseason starts September 30.

History

Historical Context

The Milwaukee Brewers achieved a franchise-record 96 wins in 2011, winning their first National League Central title and advancing to the NL Championship Series. This success followed a period of rebuilding, including key trades for pitchers like Zack Greinke. In 2023, the Brewers matched this record, demonstrating their sustained competitiveness in Major League Baseball and setting the stage for potential playoff success.

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Story summary

The Milwaukee Brewers clinched NL No. 1 seed and home-field after the Phillies lost to the Minnesota Twins.
Milwaukee tied a franchise-record-tying 96 wins, last achieved in 2011 and 2018.
Milwaukee will face the Cubs-Padres wild-card winner in the NLDS starting October 4.
The Phillies are NL No. 2 seed and will host the wild-card winner; postseason starts September 30.

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