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Never underestimate an opponent. Friday Box Score Scottsdale falls 3-1, now 7-3-1 on the season Braylon Payne, leading off and playing center field, drove in the lone Scorpions run with a sacrifice fly, 0-for-3 with two K's. Payne is 6-for-27 (three walks, ten strikeouts). Eric Bitonti, playing first base and batting 5th, had Scottsdale's lone hit, a single, and fanned in his other three plate appearances. He's now 4-for-28, four walks, 12 K's. Only this avoided the no-hitter, bottom of the 6th: Matthew Wood was the DH, and remains an on-base machine, walking twice more. He has nearly as many bases on balls (ten) as he does formal at-bats (11). Wood's line is a shiny .364/.667/.455 (1.122 OPS). 40-man roster add? Between them, 20-year-old Miqueas Mercedes and Peyton Niksch, 22, covered the first five innings of the game. Each allowed a solo home run. It's a bit unfair to the Brewers arms, because otherwise they limited the damage, striking out seven (three walks, one HBP). But no shame in Mercedes allowing a bomb to this White Sox stud: From behind the mound: The only view of the home run Niksch surrendered: This link will make it easy enough to watch the two Brewers arms, just take in the top half of each of the first five innings. Full game video archive Scottsdale's Saturday game is the middle affair of a triple-header in Scottsdale, 5:30 Central. There doesn't appear to be a streaming option for this one, but you will find the box score / gameday here.

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Thursday Box Score Scottsdale wins 8-5, scoring four runs in the top of the 9th to grab the lead, now 7-2-1 on the season Jett Williams, playing center field, was 0-for-3 with one K but walked twice and stole his 3rd base in three attempts. Williams is 3-for-24 (one triple) in six games. Braylon Payne slid over to right field for this one, 1-for-5, one RBI, one K. 23-year-old RHP Ryan Birchard only entered because his teammates grabbed that lead. Birchard was dynamic for the save as seen here. Should you wish to peck and hunt plate appearances, the full video archive is here. On Friday night at 8:30 Central, Scottsdale faces a 1-9 Glendale team. You'll find that box score here. Watch live via the MLB app.

Thursday 10/15 (6-4 NL Pennant-Clincher post-game): Be sure to check out Thursday's pre-game audio in the prior post. Via the Brewers' own video page: Highlights and interviews Via WTMJ's Postgame Show - "They did it! The Brewers did it, and in sweeping fashion. The Brewers will play for a World Series championship after a 6-4 win in Game 4 over the Dodgers in LA to win the National League pennant for the first time and return to the World Series for the first time since 1982. Dom Cotroneo and Craig Coshun celebrate all the contributors to this run and take a ton of calls from happy Brewers fans celebrating the moment." Via the Journal Sentinel Podcast: "Milwaukee, you have a World Series! The Brewers rallied back from a 4-0 deficit against the Dodgers in Game 4 of the NLCS on Thursday and won 6-4, sealing off a stunning four-game sweep that gets the Brewers back to the Fall Classic for the first time since 1982. Jake Bauers was named NLCS MVP after yet another huge performance, and Aaron Ashby threw three shutout innings yet again in his star-turn postseason. We'll get to more analysis and breakdown, but this one is about you, Milwaukee. Marinate in the moment by hearing stories from people who wrote us about what a Brewers World Series would mean to them." JR Radcliffe hosts Locked on Brewers Postcast with Brandon Sneide - "World Series Bound! - Brewers Sweep Dodgers, Make History!" Locked on Brewers with Chuck Freimund - "Believe It! - The Brewers Bust the Door Down, Deliver First League Championship in 44 YEARS!" Via Bart Winkler's "Into the Winklerverse" Podcast: - "Sweep Revenge! The Brewers Are Headed to the World Series!" Via SportsRadio the Fan's Post Game Show w/ Tim Allen and Steve "Sparky" Fifer - An All-Night Extravaganza! Hour One Hour Two Hour Three Hour Four AUDIO via "Foul Territory": "Wow, what an impressive series by the Brewers. They deliver sweet revenge in LA after getting swept by the Dodgers in the NLCS a year ago. Hosts A.J. Pierzynski, Erik Kratz and Scott Braun tackle every key storyline from this one, and then we start to look at the next step for Milwaukee. Can Cleveland or Tampa Bay handle them?"

Thursday 10/15 (pre-game): Be sure to check out Thursday's post-game audio in the next post. Via WTMJ's Morning News (download link): "Jason Wilde joins the program! And we’re talking leadership. The Brewers are one win away from the World Series. At the helm, Manager Pat Murphy. Jason has been around a lot of coaches, and we talk about reaching athletes, and how Murph does season after season. Will he three-peat as manager of the year? How does he not?" Via WTMJ's Morning News: "Brewers 360 with Craig Coshun! So many storylines in just the last game, let alone these playoffs! This is amazing! We break down Game 3 ahead of Game 4. Abner Uribe looked human. Jake Bauers didn’t. Could the Brewers sweep?! Also, who will pitch tonight for the Brewers? We don’t know officially." Via David Gasper's "Brewers Daily" YouTube page: "Brewers Have Chance to Sweep Dodgers" Via WTMJ's Midday News (download link): "Marquette University Assistant Professor of Physics Dr. Jax Sanders talks about physics behind pitching. How do different grips impact speed and direction of pitches? How is The Miz able to throw as fast as he does? Are more students asking about physics and baseball given the Brewers success so far this postseason?" Via Mike Heller's "I Love Mondays" Podcast: Curt Hogg of the J-S (go to the 33:30 minute mark) Via SportsRadio the Fan's "Nine 2 Noon" Show: Vinny Rottino (go to the 28:20 minute mark) Via WTMJ's Afternoon News (download link): "Brewers broadcaster Jeff Levering joins live from Dodger Stadium to break down Milwaukee’s thrilling Game 3 comeback against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Levering discusses Jake Bauers’ incredible 11-pitch at-bat that ended in a go-ahead home run, Garrett Mitchell’s back-to-back blast and the Brewers’ growing confidence in the NLCS. Plus, why Pat Murphy still trusts Abner Uribe despite his Game 3 struggles, Robert Gasser’s impressive start and the latest lineup updates ahead of Game 4 as the Crew looks to move one step closer to the World Series." Via the "Wisconsin Sports Daily Show" with Steve "Sparky" Fifer: "Former Brewers Pitcher Jerry Augustine discusses the emotions he's feeling as the Crew draw one game closer to their 2nd World Series berth in franchise history. Jerry describes what it felt like to be a part of the 1982 Brewers, and how that team compares to the guys playing today." Via "The Bill Michaels Show" (Hour Three): Chuck Freimund in LA (go to the 03:00 minute mark) Video Interviews via the YouTube feed of "Inside Wisconsin": Tim Allen Dave Gasper Via Mike Heller's "Brewed Daily" podcast stream - Mike posts reaction takes on each Brewers' game

On Thursday, Scottsdale plays in Peoria at 8:30 PM Central, video via MLB. Opposite the big-league Crew, so multi-task :). You'll find the box score here.

Tuesday Box Score Scottsdale loses 13-5, now 6-2-1 on the season No mound fears despite the score, as RHP Joshua Quezada and LHP Jose Meneses combined for three scoreless one-hit innings with four K's. Meneses also stranded all three runners he inherited in the top of the 8th with a double play as soon as he entered. Production from Jett Williams, Eric Bitonti (his best day of the AFL campaign thus far. scorched lined single here) and Matthew Wood (on base thrice more!). Includes doubles for Bitonti and Wood, check the box link above for those details. Here's the Substack link referred to below: Full game video archive here. Scottsdale was idle on Wednesday.

Wednesday 10/14: Via WTMJ's Morning News (download link): Brewers 360 with Jeff Levering - "And this team is looking for a 3-0 series lead in the NLCS tonight! It’s Gasser vs. Snell tonight! How can the Brewers win this game? Plus, what about the rest of the series? Should we start planning for game 5? What if the Brewers sweep? However, still work to do Wednesday night." Via ESPN Wisconsin's "Molly and Jim" (download link): "Brewers radio play-by-play broadcaster Lane Grindle gives his confidence level ahead of Game 3, what's been contributing to the Crew's success against the Dodgers so far, how Milwaukee finishes this off, and much more!" Via David Gasper's "Brewers Daily" YouTube page: "Woodruff Throws 31 Pitch Bullpen in LA" Via WTMJ's Midday News (download link): "Former Brewers relief pitcher Jeremy Jeffress talks about how the Brewers played 10 post-season games in 2018 and he appeared in eight of them, including six games in a row spanning the NLDS and NLCS. Does he think pitching is more challenging mentally or physically? What is the biggest challenge pitchers will face at Dodger Stadium tonight? How does he feel about broadcasters showing bias against Milwaukee?" Via WTMJ's Midday News (download link): "Burlington native Casey Kemper talks about his American Family Field sketches which have been going viral online. How would he describe his sketches? How was he inspired to start sketching the crowds and stadium each game? What’s next for him during their postseason run?" Via Mike Heller's "I Love Mondays" Podcast: Vinny Rottino Via SportsRadio the Fan's "Nine 2 Noon" Show: "Tim Allen joins John Kuhn and Ramie Mahklouf to preview game 3 of the NLCS. The guys break down the things they feel confident about. concerned about and what they want to see in the big game." Via WTMJ's Afternoon News (download link): "Lane Grindle discusses the team's mindset, the challenges still ahead and why the Brewers can't afford to let up. Plus, how the atmosphere at Dodger Stadium compares to the electric crowds at American Family Field, the pressure of calling postseason baseball and what it will take for the Crew to move one step closer to the World Series." Via the "Wisconsin Sports Daily Show" with Steve "Sparky" Fifer: "Forbes Sports Sr. MLB Writer Anthony Witrado breaks down what the mindset is like in the Dodgers locker room after they dropped the first two games of the NLCS to the Brewers. Anthony discusses how the Brewers are leaving the Dodgers mystified, both at the plate and on the mound." Via "The Bill Michaels Show" (Hour One): USA Today's Bob Nightengale (go to the 30:00 minute mark) Via the "Brewers Babes" Podcast: "In this episode the Babes recap the end of the NLDS and the first 2 games of the NLCS. They talk about what's going right for the Brewers so far against the Dodgers and what they hope to see in the next few days. They also answer a handful of questions from their followers, and about how to avoid angering the baseball gods." Postgame for the 6-2 Game Three win over LA: Via the Brewers' own video page: Highlights and interviews Via WTMJ's Postgame Show with Dom Cotroneo - "WOW. The Brewers continue to amaze. It's a 3-0 NLCS lead after Milwaukee comes back to beat LA 6-2 in Game 3 at Dodger Stadium. Robert Gasser dominated, Jake Bauers and Garrett Mitchell went back-to-back with majestic blasts in the 7th to take the lead. Dom and Craig Coshun break it all down, take a bunch of calls and give their thoughts and emotions after an emotional win on Wednesday night." Via the Journal Sentinel Podcast: "The Brewers are in the endgame now. With a 6-2 win over the Dodgers in Los Angeles on Wednesday, the Brewers are one win away from their first World Series in 44 years. Jake Bauers followed up one of the best at-bats in Brewers history two days earlier with ... an even greater at-bat, an 11th-pitch home run that tilted the scales as Milwaukee rallied back from a 2-1 deficit. Then, Garrett Mitchell added icing on the cake with a back-to-back homer against Blake Snell, who had been dominant to that point. Robert Gasser was great, DL Hall was nails, and holy smokes, we're really on the doorstep. Host JR Radcliffe and special guest co-host Jonathan Judge of Baseball Prospectus break it down, and yes, Judge shares some insight on why his PECOTA rankings didn't see the Brewers as anything close to what they've become." Via Bart Winkler's "Into the Winklerverse" Podcast: - "The Brewers get the 6-2 win in Los Angeles, go up 3-0 in the NLCS, is this really happening?" Locked on Brewers Postcast with Brandon Sneide - "One Win Away! - Brewers Beat Dodgers, Take 3-0 NLCS Lead" Locked on Brewers with Chuck Freimund - "The Brewers Are on the Championship Doorstep - Proving Their Dominance in the Playoffs!" Via SportsRadio the Fan's Post Game Show w/ Tim Allen and Aaron Morse - "Brewers win NLCS Game 3, 6-2! They are one win away from a World Series appearance!" - (go to the 13:00 minute mark) AUDIO via "Foul Territory": "The Brewers continue to fight off deficits in the NLCS and now have a commanding 3-0 lead in the series. A.J. Pierzynski, Erik Kratz and Scott Braun slice and dice Game 3 in LA and then push forward to figure out if the Dodgers have any punch in them to make this a series." Via Mike Heller's "Brewed Daily" podcast stream - Mike posts reaction takes on each Brewers' game

More from Tuesday 10/13 (beyond the two posts above): Via ESPN Wisconsin's "Jen, Gabe and Chewy" (download link): "Are the Brewers simply too much for an aging Los Angeles Dodgers team? Brewers broadcaster Jeff Levering breaks down Milwaukee's 2-0 NLCS lead and explains why Jake Bauers' remarkable 12-pitch at-bat may have changed the entire series. Levering discusses Pat Murphy's decision to pull Logan Henderson, the pitching plan for Game 3, and Aaron Ashby's incredible postseason performance. He also shares an inside look at the Brewers' relaxed, confident clubhouse and the unforgettable atmosphere at American Family Field. Plus, could Shohei Ohtani's struggles force the Dodgers to make a lineup change as the series shifts to Los Angeles?" Via WTMJ's Morning News (download link): "Brewers 360 with Brewers Extra Innings host Bob Brianerd and we’re up 2-0 in the NLCS! What?! We’re headed to LA and we can’t relax yet, but Bob breaks down what has worked this series, especially the small ball, sacrifice ball that has worked for the Brewers all season long. Plus, this isn’t some imposter syndrome situation, this is where the Brewers belong. The Dodgers cannot take the Brewers lightly." Via the "Wisconsin Sports Daily Show" with Steve "Sparky" Fifer: "BrewerFanatic's Jack Stern breaks down the dominating start for the Brewers in the NLCS. Jack discusses the historic but unsustainable stats for the bullpen in the playoffs so far, and why the rest of the team needs to stay hot to pick them up when they inevitably falter." Latest Milwaukee Tailgate Podcast: "Paul was back with Ryan and Paul to talk about an eventful first couple of NLCS games in Milwaukee, how the Brewers jumped out to their 2-0 series lead and what they'll need to do to win 2 of the next 5 games and make it to the World Series." A Trio of Video Interviews via the YouTube feed of "Inside Wisconsin": Jeff Levering Jack Stern Jerry Augustine Via David Gasper's "Brewers Daily" YouTube page: "Contreras Has 3 Big Hits in Game 2 Win" Via WTMJ's Midday News (download link): "The Brewers are rolling, which means, there could be a World Series here in Milwaukee. Well, that means tickets will be on sale, which of course means scams will be on the rise. Here from the Better Business Bureau, as Lisa Schiller joins the program to give tips, and things to look out for in order to avoid scams." Via WTMJ's Midday News (download link): "The Brewers are up 2-0 in the NLCS against the rival LA Dodgers. And the Brewers looked great! The Dodgers don’t look ready. To break down the body language on and off the field, plus the amazing performance from the bullpen, Adam McCalvy from MLB.com joins the program." Via WTMJ's Afternoon News (download link): "Brewers Extra Innings host Bob Brainerd breaks down Milwaukee’s commanding 2-0 NLCS lead over the Los Angeles Dodgers and the bullpen’s historic five perfect innings of relief. Bob discusses how the relievers have stepped up when starters Jacob Misiorowski and Logan Henderson have struggled to pitch deep into games, the Brewers’ relentless approach at the plate and Jake Bauers’ impressive 12-pitch at-bat. Plus, why Christian Yelich’s veteran leadership and timely postseason hitting have made him such an important piece of Milwaukee’s World Series push." Via Bart Winkler's "Into the Winklerverse" Podcast: - "The Brewers have a 2-0 lead over the Dodgers in the NLCS, can they finish the job?" Locked on Brewers with Chuck Freimund - "Brewers Charge into Los Angeles- a Hungry and Driven Team!" Via "The Bill Michaels Show" (Hour Two): Chuck Freimund (go to the 21:00 minute mark) Via the "View from Bernie's Chalet" Podcast: "Jason & Hyatt talk 2-0 lead in NLCS, Contreras Mr. October, bullpen lights out, Turang heating up, Miz & Logan struggle but it doesn't matter, Woodruff almost ready?, being "undeniable"? answer listener questions, visit card corner & preview games 3 & 4 in LA."

Monday 10/12: Via WTMJ's Morning News (download link): Brewers 360 with Dom Cotroneo - "Dom talks about the big Brewers’ win on Sunday night against the LA Dodgers. Dom also talks about the pitching of The Miz and if it’s psychological or it’s just playoff baseball when it comes to him struggling over the last two games." Via the Fan Milwaukee's "Wake Up Call": Tim Allen of the Postgame Show Via WTMJ's Midday News (download link): "MMAC Senior Director of Communications Ryan Ammundson talks about how the Brewers advancing to the NLCS is contributing to Milwaukee’s economy and tourism departments." Via WTMJ's Midday News (download link): "Former Milwaukee Brewers Player Mike Moustakas talks about how he will be throwing the ceremonial first pitch for Game 2 of the NLCS at American Family Field. How does he think he’ll do? How does he feel being welcomed back to Milwaukee? He also recalled his at-bat in 2018 in game one of the NLDS against the Colorado Rockies. The game was tied at 2 in the 10th inning with two outs and runners on first and third. What does he remember from being at the plate?" Via WSCO's "The Show with Tony G and Leo" (download link): JustBaseball.com's Matt Carroll (go to the 23:30 minute mark) Via David Gasper's "Brewers Daily" YouTube page: "Brewers Beat Dodgers 2-1 in Game One" (VIDEO) Via the YouTube feed of "Inside Wisconsin": "Tim Allen Breaks Down The Brewers Game 1 Victory over the Dodgers" *** Postgame for the 7-4 Game Two win over LA: Via the Brewers' own video page: Highlights and interviews Via WTMJ's Postgame Show with Bob Brainerd - "What a difference a year makes. The Brewers are heading to LA leading the NLCS two games to none as they put up seven runs en route to a 7-4 victory in Game 2. Logan Henderson made some errors, Yoshinobu Yamamoto did not have his usual dominant postseason start, William Contreras balled out and the crowd was elite again. So much to break down, and Bob and Jerry Augustine did just that" AUDIO option via Curt Hogg's "Brewer Territory" with Corey Knebel and JP Feyereisen: "Another nailbiter, another win for the Brewers to take a 2-0 lead on the Dodgers in the NLCS. Join the guys for a fun time breaking it all down! " Via the Journal Sentinel Podcast: "It was a gargantuan home run by William Contreras, a literally perfect bullpen effort, a 12-pitch at-bat from Jake Bauers, Brice Turang, David Hamilton and Christian Yelich all conspiring to give the Brewers a 7-4 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Oct. 12, somehow the biggest margin of victory in this postseason for a team that's now two wins away from the World Series. It's starting to feel like this could actually happen. Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe look at the factors that helped the Brewers win again despite some struggles from their defense and starting pitcher, chasing powerhouse Yoshi Yamamoto out in the third inning and even finding some insurance in the eighth inning for once. Now, they head to Los Angeles on the biggest business trip of all." Locked on Brewers Postcast with Brandon Sneide - "Brewers Take Command! - Milwaukee Grabs 2-0 NLCS Lead Over Dodgers" Locked on Brewers with Chuck Freimund - "The Brewers Have Moved Within Two Wins of Their First World Series in 44 Years!" Via Bart Winkler's "Into the Winklerverse" Podcast: - "The Brewers are two wins away from the World Series" Via WTMJ's Morning News (download link): "Lori Nickel of the Journal-Sentinel joins the game on the heels of their win over the Dodgers to take a 2-0 series lead. And Lori noticed something interesting about William Contreras during post-game interviews. This dude is a work horse, and Wild Bill is quickly proving to be the lifeblood of this team." Via SportsRadio the Fan's Post Game Show w/ Tim Allen and Evan Heffelfinger - "Tim and Evan break down a crucial Brewers win to go up 2-0 in the NLCS!" VIDEO via "Foul Territory": "A.J. Pierzynski, Erik Kratz and Scott Braun break down the Brewers taking a 2-0 NLCS lead over the Dodgers and how Milwaukee's relentless offensive approach has frustrated Los Angeles. They discuss the Brewers' dominant bullpen, William Contreras' postseason performance and the Dodgers' continued offensive struggles. Plus, they examine concerns surrounding Shohei Ohtani's health, the possibility of benching him in Game 3 and what the Dodgers must do to turn the series around." Via Mike Heller's "Brewed Daily" podcast stream - Mike posts reaction takes on each Brewers' game

Box Score Scottsdale wins, 6-2 (seven-inning game, shortened by rain), now 6-1-1 on the season That single was Payne's lone knock in a 1-for-4 day (one K). Payne plated left field in this game. It's been an early struggle for Eric Bitonti, playing first base, 0-for-3 with a K, and now just 1-for-21, three walks, eight K's. No Brewers pitchers threw Monday. Not much to hunt, but the full game archive is here. The Scorpions next play Tuesday night at 8:30 Central, look for the "SCO" box score here.

Sunday 10/11: AUDIO option via Curt Hogg's "Brewer Territory" with Corey Knebel: "Curt and Corey break down how the Brewers can take down the mighty Dodgers in the NLCS" Via WTMJ's Weekend News (download link): "Wisconsin's Midday News host Greg Matzek joins the show to share his predictions for the NLCS" VIDEO via "Foul Territory": "Ken Rosenthal breaks down the Dodgers-Brewers NLCS matchup and explain why Los Angeles' starting pitching could be Milwaukee's biggest obstacle. Ken discusses the Brewers' ability to overcome the Dodgers' star power, whether Shohei Ohtani can break out of his postseason slump and Los Angeles' reliance on home runs. Plus, he examines the impact of Edwin Díaz's resurgence and how both teams' bullpens could shape the series." *** Postgame shows for the 2-1 Game One win over LA: Via the Brewers' own video page: Highlights and interviews Via WTMJ's Postgame Show with Dom Cotroneo - "Dom is back in the postgame chair and what a game he has to break down with Jerry Augustine as the Brewers take a 1-0 lead on the Dodgers in the NLCS. Miz was up and down but battled, Brice Turang homered off Skubal, Luis Lara had a moment, and the bullpen was nails again. Dom and Augie break it all down and take tons of calls." Via the Journal Sentinel Podcast: "You didn't think the new series meant any less nail-biting, did you? The Brewers survived another epic with a 2-1 win over the Dodgers in Game 1 of the NLCS, with Brice Turang's homer and Luis Lara's RBI single proving the difference on offense, and a remarkable showing from the Brewers bullpen finishing the deal. Brewers reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe recap the big win, from the great defense (three double plays!) to the lineup decisions that paid off to the surprise contribution of Lara. The Brewers beat Tarik Skubal, the very pitcher they tried to acquire who went to the Dodgers instead, and now they have a 1-0 lead in the NLCS. Can they figure out a way to double-up against Yoshi Yamamoto on Monday?" Via Bart Winkler's "Into the Winklerverse" Podcast: - "We don't know how this year's NLCS will turn out, but we know it won't be a Dodgers sweep! The Brewers get the Game 1 victory over the Dodgers 2-1, and vibes are high! Andrew Wagner joins." Locked on Brewers Postcast with Brandon Sneide - "Brewers Strike First! - Milwaukee Takes NLCS Game 1 From Dodgers" Locked on Brewers with Chuck Freimund - "Electric Night: Brewers Set the Early Tone in the NLCS!" Via SportsRadio the Fan's Post Game Show w/ Tim Allen and Evan Heffelfinger - "Tim and Evan break down an exciting game 1 of the NLCS, with the Brewers finishing on top 2-1!" Via Mike Heller's "Brewed Daily" podcast stream - Mike posts reaction takes on each Brewers' game AUDIO via "Foul Territory": "Dodgers Territory hosts Clint Pasillas and Alanna Rizzo recap what went wrong for LA, Tarik Skubal's outing, and look ahead to Game 2."

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Box Score Scottsdale wins, 10-2 (seven-inning game), now 5-1-1 on the season Game underway, Jett Williams and Eric Bitonti in the starting lineup, shortstop and first base respectively. RHP Peyton Niksch got the start and retired all six men he faced, two K's, nice. We'll update during the overnight. UPDATE: Both Williams and Bitonti finished 0-for-4 despite their team's double-digit run total, with Bitonti striking out twice. Williams did steal a base after reaching on a fielder's choice. Niksch was the sole Brewers pitcher and was credited with the win. *** Scottsdale next plays Monday afternoon at 3:30 Central, so the later innings will be opposite Game Two at Am-Fam, available via MLB video. Box score will be here. Late Monday night / early Tuesday AM, you'll find highlights and the game archive here.

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Game underway, Jett Williams and Eric Bitonti in the starting lineup, shortstop and first base respectively. RHP Peyton Niksch got the start and retired all six men he faced, two K's, nice. We'll update during the overnight.

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More from Friday 10/9 (including that just above): Via WSCO's "The Show with Tony G and Leo" (download link): BrewerFanatic's Jack Stern (go to the 07:35 minute mark) Via the Journal Sentinel Podcast: "The Brewers head into a massive test in the National League Championship Series against the Dodgers ... but they just might be the better team. Matt Trueblood, managing editor of Brewer Fanatic and two other MLB team-specific websites, stops by to chat about how the Brewers stack up, what Dodgers weaknesses they might be able to exploit, which players need to step up and how the Padres series win informs where Milwaukee's offense stands right now. Plus, why Matt thinks the Brewers will win the series, and for added news that will make Brewers fans smile, why he doesn't anticipate a work stoppage subtracting games in 2027 and why he thinks the Cubs are in a bit of a jam." Via Mike Heller's "I Love Mondays" Podcast: Jeff Levering (go to the 16:20 minute mark) VIDEO via "Foul Territory": "It's Dodgers vs. Brewers in the NLCS, and A.J. Pierzynski and Erik Kratz are breaking down the matchup in Cap It, presented by Lids! They compare both teams' starting rotations, bullpens, lineups and home-field advantages, including whether Milwaukee's pitching depth can overcome the Dodgers' star power. A.J. explains why he's taking the Brewers despite ranking Los Angeles as baseball's best team all season, while Erik makes the case for the Dodgers. Who has the edge, and which team will advance to the World Series?" VIDEO via "Foul Territory": "Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy joins Foul Territory to preview the NLCS matchup against the Brewers and explain how Los Angeles prepares for Milwaukee's pitching staff, including Jacob Misiorowski. Muncy discusses Dave Roberts' postseason lineup decisions, his willingness to come off the bench and what makes Kiké Hernández such a dangerous October performer. He also reveals how teams are using AI to identify pitchers tipping their pitches and shares the story behind his now-famous candle and the Dodgers' wild clubhouse celebrations." AUDIO via "Foul Territory": "On this episode of Dirt From the Dugout, Karl Ravech and Justin Musil break down a loaded LCS slate, with the Brewers and Dodgers set for the NLCS and the Rays awaiting their ALCS opponent after sweeping the Yankees. Musil draws on his time advising the Brewers’ scouting department to explain the identity behind Milwaukee’s historic run. Ravech argues that the Dodgers’ financial edge shows most in a seven-game series, where their rotation and bullpen depth is nearly impossible to match. The two also debate whether a true horse like Jacob Misiorowski or Junior Caminero can swing a series against the Dodgers." Via "The Bill Michaels Show" (Hour One): Tim Allen of postgame show fame Via "The Bait and Switch Podcast": "We interrupt your regularly scheduled weekend to bring you another Brewers playoff preview podcast! Yes, that means our Milwaukee Brewers are moving on in the playoffs to face the Los Angeles Dodgers, and we get to sit down with our good friend, Jeff Grayson and talk about it all. In addition to our occasional tangents about things like about Rickey Henderson and sports betting, we talk with Jeff about the differences between the two teams, keys to the game and of course our predictions! All that and much, much more! Enjoy!"