The Milwaukee Brewers pulled off an impressive comeback victory against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday, with Jackson Chourio and Wiliam Contreras leading the charge. The Brewers rallied for a 6-4 win, with Devin Williams securing his third save in as many opportunities by striking out Mookie Betts and Shohei Ohtani. This win came after a nail-biting victory the day before, where Williams retired Ohtani, Betts, and Freddie Freeman in order.
The Brewers‘ victory in both games allowed them to split the four-game series with the Dodgers, who are both division leaders. The game took a dramatic turn in the eighth inning when the Brewers loaded the bases and staged a remarkable comeback. Chourio, Mitchell, and Contreras played pivotal roles in setting up the win, with key hits and smart baserunning.
The Brewers had initially taken an early lead in the game, with Chourio and Contreras hitting home runs in the first inning off Dodgers pitcher Jack Flaherty. Chourio’s 15th homer of the season was a 421-foot blast to left center, while Contreras followed with a 417-foot drive into the second deck of the left-field seats. The young rookie duo showcased their power and speed, with Chourio also boasting 16 steals this season.
Despite the early lead, the Dodgers fought back to take a 4-3 lead before the Brewers‘ eighth-inning heroics. Dodgers third baseman Kiké Hernández delivered a tiebreaking single in the sixth inning, putting the Dodgers ahead. However, the Brewers‘ resilience and timely hitting ultimately secured the win for Milwaukee.
Brewers starter Tobias Myers put in a solid performance, allowing four runs (two earned) in 5 2/3 innings. Bryan Hudson earned the win with two innings of scoreless relief, helping to shut down the Dodgers‘ offense and seal the victory for the Brewers.
In terms of player updates, Dodgers‘ RHP Yoshinobu Yamamoto is set to pitch a simulated game after dealing with a triceps injury, while Brewers‘ RHP Trevor Megill has started a rehabilitation assignment for a lower back strain.
Looking ahead, the Dodgers will face the St. Louis Cardinals in a three-game series, while the Brewers will take on the Cleveland Guardians at home. Both teams will be looking to build on their recent performances and continue their push towards the postseason.