Milwaukee Brewers reach first World Series since 1982 after sweeping Dodgers
The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday to advance to the World Series for the first time in 44 years.
Brewers complete four-game sweep
Garrett Mitchell hit a solo home run in the sixth inning to help Milwaukee win the game 6-4. This victory finished a four-game series where the Brewers overcame an early four-run deficit against the defending champions.
Pitching staff holds lead late
Catcher William Contreras managed the bullpen game while four pitchers kept the Dodgers scoreless for the final seven innings. Aaron Ashby recorded his second save of the postseason by handling the last three frames.
Next opponent remains unknown
Milwaukee will open the World Series at home on October 23 against the winner of the American League Championship Series. The Cleveland Guardians currently hold a 2-1 lead over the Tampa Bay Rays in that series.
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