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Milwaukee Brewers sweep LA Dodgers, ending their quest for a third-straight title

The Milwaukee Brewers have swept the Los Angeles Dodgers, securing their trip to the World Series and ending the Dodgers' bid for a third consecutive title.

By World Brief · 2026-10-16
Milwaukee Brewers sweep LA Dodgers, ending their quest for a third-straight title

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The Milwaukee Brewers have secured their spot in the World Series, sweeping the Los Angeles Dodgers in a dominant four-game National League Championship Series (NLCS). The Brewers defeated the two-time defending champion Dodgers, ending their quest for a third consecutive title. This victory marks a significant achievement for Milwaukee, advancing to the World Series for the first time since 1982.

The decisive Game 4 saw the Brewers overcome an early 4-0 deficit at Dodger Stadium, ultimately winning 6-4 on Thursday. Key plays included a go-ahead home run in the sixth inning and a late two-run shot to extend their lead. The Dodgers, who had aimed to make history with a third straight championship, were unable to rally, despite an early three-run homer from Shohei Ohtani.

Milwaukee's triumph comes a year after they were swept by the Dodgers in the previous NLCS, demonstrating a remarkable turnaround. The Brewers, who finished the regular season with the best record in baseball, will now pursue their first-ever World Series title.

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