Brewers Edge Padres 3-2 in NL Division Series Opener Marked by Unusual Ninth-Inning Play
In Milwaukee, the Milwaukee Brewers defeated the San Diego Padres 3-2 in the opening game of their NL Division Series, a victory highlighted by an unusual play in the ninth inning where a Padres' potential go-ahead home run hit the…
Lansing, MI, October 4, 2026 — In Milwaukee, the Milwaukee Brewers secured a narrow 3-2 victory over the San Diego Padres in the opening game of their National League Division Series. The contest featured a pivotal and unusual play in the ninth inning that ultimately contributed to the final scoreline.
The game’s decisive moments unfolded late, with the Padres reportedly having a potential go-ahead home run in the ninth inning. However, the hit’s trajectory was altered when it struck the stadium roof. Following this, the ball was successfully caught by a fielder, preventing the go-ahead run from scoring. The specific details regarding the batter, the pitcher, and the fielder involved in this critical play were not immediately available.
The Milwaukee Brewers managed to hold on for the 3-2 win, taking an early lead in the best-of-five series. The final score reflects a tightly contested matchup that extended into the late innings. Further details about the game’s progression prior to the ninth-inning incident, such as the run-scoring plays for both teams and the defensive efforts throughout the game, were not detailed in the provided summary. The stadium where the game took place was not specified.
Story summarized from the original created by STEVE MEGARGEE, Associated Press on www.wlns.com, see more information here.
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