Brewers' Power Surge Outlasts Dodgers in 7-4 Postseason Win

William Contreras delivered a standout offensive performance for the Milwaukee Brewers in their 7–4 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 2026 MLB postseason on October 12. Contreras went 3-for-4 with a home run, three RBIs, and a run scored, providing a crucial offensive edge that Milwaukee sustained throughout the game.

Milwaukee’s offense was further bolstered by Brice Turang and Christian Yelich. Turang contributed two hits, including a run scored and an RBI, while also drawing two walks, demonstrating patience at the plate. Yelich added two hits and two RBIs over five at-bats, helping the Brewers consistently apply pressure on the Dodgers' pitching staff.

On the mound, Logan Henderson pitched four innings, allowing four runs (two earned) on three hits and two walks while striking out two. He was supported by Aaron Ashby, who shut down the Dodgers over 1 2/3 innings without surrendering a hit or walk and striking out two.

For Los Angeles, the offense was led by Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman. Betts reached base twice, scoring once on a single and a walk, while Freeman went hitless but drove in a run. Teoscar Hernandez also drove in a run despite a hitless night. However, Dodgers pitching struggled to contain the Brewers' lineup. Yoshinobu Yamamoto, pitching 2 2/3 innings, allowed four runs (three earned) on four hits and two walks with one strikeout.

The game highlighted a contrast between Milwaukee’s timely hitting and Los Angeles’s inability to capitalize fully on individual contributions. Contreras’s power and run production stood out as a pivotal factor in a game where offensive execution ultimately determined the outcome.