Oct 2, 2026 · 1h 1m
Brewers trust depth to outlast Padres in five
NLDS PREVIEW: Dom and Vinny prepare you for the Padres
Milwaukee’s pitching flexibility and matchup choices could decide a tightly balanced NLDS against San Diego’s experienced lineup and deep bullpen.
- 1Milwaukee’s multi-inning pitching options give Pat Murphy flexibility as the series moves beyond its opening games.
- 2San Diego’s home atmosphere, postseason experience, and late-inning relief make early leads especially valuable for Milwaukee.
- 3The hosts project Milwaukee to win in five behind Jacob Misiorowski, bullpen depth, and improved timely offense.
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The hosts identify Jacob Misiorowski setting the tone and potentially winning two games as Milwaukee’s clearest path through the NLDS.
The brief
Dominic Catronio and Vinny Rottino set up an NLDS shaped by contrast: San Diego brings a dangerous lineup and October experience, while Milwaukee leans on consistency and depth.
The roster debate reaches beyond star power. Health questions involving Jake Bowers, the choice between Sal Frelick and Luis Lara, and Kyle Harrison’s role could reshape Milwaukee’s plan.
Milwaukee’s pitching flexibility is the central edge, with Jacob Misiorowski and Logan Henderson projected early and several multi-inning options available behind them.
San Diego’s bullpen can dominate late, especially through Mason Miller and Jason Adam, making Milwaukee’s ability to score early a central series requirement.
The hosts’ prediction is Milwaukee in five, with Misiorowski setting the tone, Bryce Turang helping against left-handers, and the Brewers’ depth surviving a close matchup.