Resurgent Christian Yelich helps take Brewers two wins from World Series

JR Radcliffe Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Oct 13, 2026
Oct 13, 2026 Updated 1 hr ago

Milwaukee Brewers designated hitter Christian Yelich (22) runs to first after hitting an RBI single during the third inning of their National League Championship Series game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at American Family Field on Oct 12, 2026. — Milwaukee Brewers designated hitter Christian Yelich runs to first after hitting an RBI single during the third inning of a National League Championship Series game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at American Family Field in Milwaukee on Monday.
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JR Radcliffe Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

No, Christian Yelich does not think the new designation of "captain" has changed anything for him.

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