Brewers 3 - Cardinals 2 (9/26/2026): Turang's Homer Lifts Brewers

The Milwaukee Brewers edged out the St. Louis Cardinals with a 3-2 win at American Family Field on September 26, 2026. The victory improves the Brewers' record to 101-59, securing their position at the top of the NL Central. Meanwhile, the Cardinals fall to 77-83, sitting in fourth place in the division.

Brewers' Offensive Highlights

Brice Turang was a pivotal figure for the Brewers, contributing significantly with his bat. Turang went 3-for-4, including a crucial home run that brought in two runs. His performance not only lifted his batting average to .268 but also played a key role in the Brewers' narrow victory.

Jackson Chourio also shined for Milwaukee, going 2-for-4 with an RBI and a run scored. His contributions at the plate were vital, adding depth to the Brewers' offense. Brandon Lockridge, David Hamilton, and Cooper Pratt each chipped in with key doubles, further fortifying the Brewers' attack against the Cardinals.

Pitching Duel

Kyle Harrison claimed the win for the Brewers, improving his record to 10-5 with a commendable 4.28 ERA. He delivered a stellar performance, shutting down the Cardinals for two innings with four strikeouts. The Brewers' bullpen, including Jandel Romero, Antonio Senzatela, and Aaron Ashby, combined to keep St. Louis at bay, ensuring no further runs were scored after the third inning.

For the Cardinals, Quinn Mathews endured the loss, dropping his record to 2-3. Despite striking out seven over five innings, Mathews conceded three earned runs, which proved to be the difference. Gordon Graceffo and Chandler Winquest relieved Mathews effectively, not allowing any additional runs over three innings of work.

Cardinals' Valient Effort

Alec Burleson provided a glimmer of hope for the Cardinals with a solo home run, his first of the season. Thomas Saggese also contributed with an RBI, adding to the Cardinals' tally. Jordan Walker and Burleson each managed to record a hit, but it wasn't enough to overcome Milwaukee's pitching strength.

The Cardinals' bats struggled to ignite throughout the game, finishing with just three hits overall. Leo Bernal and Nathan Church faced challenges at the plate, each striking out multiple times against the Brewers' pitching arsenal.

The overcast skies and a slight breeze of 2 mph set the stage for this low-scoring game, with the weather conditions seemingly favoring the pitchers. The Brewers' defensive unit executed cleanly, not committing a single error throughout the contest.

Looking forward, the Cardinals will aim to finish their season on a high note as they prepare to conclude their series against the Brewers. On the other hand, Milwaukee will look to continue their winning momentum as they wrap up their regular season.

The Brewers have demonstrated remarkable consistency this season, with a home record of 53-26, underscoring their dominance at American Family Field. Meanwhile, the Cardinals hold a nearly balanced road record of 39-40, reflecting their competitive spirit away from Busch Stadium.

Both teams will meet once again for the season finale, promising another exciting chapter in this NL Central rivalry. Fans will be eagerly watching to see if the Cardinals can avenge their narrow defeat or if the Brewers will continue their dominance at home.