Brewers NLDS schedule: San Diego Padres to face Milwaukee
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MILWAUKEE - The Milwaukee Brewers will face the San Diego Padres in the National League Division Series, which starts Saturday at American Family Field.
Brewers vs. Padres in NLDS
The backstory:
The Brewers and Padres have never met in the postseason before. San Diego bested Milwaukee 4-2 in their six games during the regular season. The Brewers took two-of-three at American Family Field, while the Padres swept at Petco Park.
When to watch:
The NLDS starts Saturday, Oct. 3. If it goes the full five games, it will wrap up on Friday, Oct. 9.
- Game 1: 7:30 p.m. CT Saturday, Oct. 3 on FS1
- Game 2: 3 p.m. CT Sunday, Oct. 4 on FS1
- Game 3: 8:30 p.m. CT Tuesday, Oct. 6 on FS1
- Game 4: 9 p.m. CT Wednesday, Oct. 7 on FS1 (if needed)
- Game 5: 3:30 p.m. CT Friday, Oct. 9 on FS1 (if needed, and if only one NLDS series goes to Game 5, it will be played at 7 p.m. on FOX)
Milwaukee Brewers fans gear up for playoffs
Fans packed American Family Field as the Milwaukee Brewers host the St. Louis Cardinals.
What comes next?
What's next:
If the Brewers win the NLDS, they'll advance to the National League Championship Series. The NLCS will air on FOX or FS1, depending on the game, and is scheduled to start Sunday, Oct. 11.
The winners of the American and National league championship series meet in the World Series starting Friday, Oct. 23. The World Series will air on FOX and stream on FOX ONE.
Home game information
What To Know:
Tickets
A very limited number of tickets may remain for Games 1 and 2, as well as for a potential Game 5 on Friday, October 9. Fans can check the Brewers website or call 414-902-4000 for the most up-to-date ticket availability.
The easiest way for fans to guarantee tickets to 2026 postseason games at American Family Field is by placing a deposit on a 2027 Season Seat Membership. To learn more about guaranteeing your spot, call 414-902-HITS or visit the Brewers website.
Parking
Pre-paid parking passes can be purchased and digitally delivered. Fans are advised to purchase parking in advance, as purchasing day of game parking will be limited due to large attendance. Parking lots will open 3.5 hours before the first pitch and the ballpark gates will open 2.5 hours before the first pitch. For more information, visit the Brewers parking website.
Giveaway
- Game 1: Fans will receive a Brewers rally towel, courtesy of Delta Dental®
- Game 2: Fans will receive a Brewers rally towel, courtesy of WM®
Game 1 Chalk Lineup
Thirty minutes before the first pitch on Saturday, October 3, Manager Pat Murphy and the Crew will be welcomed to the field with extra fanfare. Fans will not want to miss cheering on the Crew in this special postseason chalk lineup.
Ceremonial first pitches
Game 1
- Carlos Gómez: Two-time All-Star and Gold Glove winner known for his electric energy, defense and dynamic play during six seasons in Milwaukee.
- Teddy Higuera: Brewers legend and All-Star left-hander who became one of the most dominant pitchers in franchise history.
Game 2
- Nyjer Morgan: Fan-favorite Brewers alum whose unforgettable personality and walk-off hit in Game 5 of the 2011 NLDS helped send Milwaukee to the NLCS.
- Eric Thames: Power-hitting fan-favorite remembered for his home runs and memorable three seasons in Milwaukee.
National Anthem
- Game 1: Jenny Thiel, accompanied by Valkyrie, a bald eagle from Schlitz Audubon, and a giant American flag will be unfurled across the outfield of American Family Field and held by Brewers Season Seat Members.
- Game 2: Musician Third Class Robert "Bobby" Novoa of the Great Lakes Navy Band.
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Historic regular season
By the numbers:
The Brewers led Major League Baseball with a franchise-record 103 wins in the regular season and finished at or near the top of baseball in a number of key statistical categories.
Milwaukee led MLB with 1,422 hits and a .341 on-base percentage, and the team tied for first with a .258 batting average. They finished second in MLB with 832 runs scored, 788 runs batted in and 668 walks – behind only the Chicago Cubs in all three categories. They were third in team on-base plus slugging (.744) despite finishing 11th in the majors in slugging percentage. They were fifth in doubles (279), sixth in triples (276) and tied for 28th in home runs (154).
The Brewers pitching staff finished second in MLB with a 3.51 earned-run average, 55 saves, 1,577 strikeouts, 1,186 hits allowed and a .221 opponent batting average. They were fourth in walks and hits per inning pitched (1.18) and runs allowed (618).
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A number of Brewers players finished among the Top 10 in Major League Baseball.
All-Star starting pitcher Jacob Misiorowski led all qualified pitchers in ERA (1.80), strikeouts (252), WHIP (0.80) and opponent batting average (.157). He tied for third in the majors in wins with 16.
Second baseman Brice Turang's 37 doubles tied for third most in MLB, and his 102 runs scored and 100 RBIs ranked seventh and ninth, respectively.
Jake Bauers finished third in OBP (.389) and 10th in walks (94). Jackson Chourio's .291 batting average was 10th in the majors. Trevor Megill tied for 10th with 30 saves.
The Source: Information in this story is from the Milwaukee Brewers, MLB and Sports Reference.