Brewers lead Dodgers 3-0 in playoff series despite payroll gap

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 16 Oct, 01:38 · Archive

The Milwaukee Brewers hold a 3-0 lead over the Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League Championship Series.

The Milwaukee Brewers hold a commanding 3-0 lead over the Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League Championship Series. The Brewers have won three consecutive games to push the defending back-to-back World Series champions to the brink of elimination.

The Dodgers field one of the most expensive rosters in Major League Baseball, whilst the Brewers ranked just 19th in payroll this season. Milwaukee strengthened its position by trading away several star players in recent years, including closer Devin Williams to the Yankees and pitcher Corbin Burnes to the Baltimore Orioles. The Dodgers are attempting to win a third consecutive World Series.

Former Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto, the 2010 National League MVP, predicted the Dodgers' dynasty is at an end. 'The Dodgers have been a major disappointment,' Votto said. If the Dodgers are swept in four games, the franchise faces questions about its future direction, with potential moves including a semi-rebuild involving younger players and changes to its aging roster.

How it is being reported

• Dodgers dynasty ends with loss to Brewers in NLCS, former NL MVP predictsThe Dodgers are on the verge of elimination in the National League Championship Series. The Brewers have won three straight games to push the Dodgers to the edge, and most people believe the back-to-back World Series champions are finished this October. Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) stands with teammates ahead of Game...New York Post · 16 Oct, 01:19
• Want to know how to win in October? The 2026 Milwaukee Brewers are providing the blueprintThe Milwaukee Brewers lead the Dodgers 3-0 in the NLCS despite more strikeouts, proving Major League Baseball playoffs have no secret formula.Fox News · 15 Oct, 23:46

In this story: Milwaukee Brewers · Los Angeles Dodgers · Joey Votto · Devin Williams · Corbin Burnes · Cincinnati Reds

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