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Forget the David vs. Goliath storyline. Brewers vs. Dodgers NLCS 'should be a great series'

Kevin Morriss
Oct 13, 2025
Oct 13, 2025 Updated Oct 28, 2025

Brewers manager Pat Murphy talks after a 3-1 win over the Cubs in Game 5 of the NLDS.

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Who should bat leadoff for the Brewers in Game 1 of the NLCS?

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Christian Yelich

Jackson Chourio

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Photos: Brewers work out ahead of National League Championship Series

NLCS Dodgers Brewers Baseball — Brewers first baseman Jake Bauers warms up Sunday during batting practice ahead of Game 1 of the NLCS in Milwaukee.
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NLCS Dodgers Brewers Baseball — Brewers third baseman Caleb Durbin, second baseman Brice Turang and pitcher Chad Patrick listen to questions during a news conference Sunday in Milwaukee.
ASHLEY LANDIS, Associated Press

NLCS Dodgers Brewers Baseball — Brewers shortstop Andruw Monasterio warms up Sunday during batting practice ahead of Game 1 of the NLCS in Milwaukee.
BRYNN ANDERSON, Associated Press

NLCS Dodgers Brewers Baseball — Brewers left fielder Christian Yelich watches Sunday during batting practice ahead of Game 1 of the NLCS in Milwaukee.
BRYNN ANDERSON, Associated Press

NLCS Dodgers Brewers Baseball — Brewers players warm up Sunday during batting practice ahead of Game 1 of the NLCS in Milwaukee.
BRYNN ANDERSON, Associated Press

NLCS Dodgers Brewers Baseball — Brewers manager Pat Murphy watches Sunday during batting practice ahead of Game 1 of the NLCS in Milwaukee.
BRYNN ANDERSON, Associated Press

NLCS Dodgers Brewers Baseball — Brewers third baseman Caleb Durbin hits Sunday during batting practice ahead of Game 1 of the NLCS in Milwaukee.
BRYNN ANDERSON, Associated Press

NLCS Dodgers Brewers Baseball — Brewers right fielder Sal Frelick smiles Sunday during batting practice ahead of Game 1 of the NLCS in Milwaukee.
BRYNN ANDERSON, Associated Press

NLCS Dodgers Brewers Baseball — Brewers coach Julio Borbón watches Sunday during batting practice ahead of Game 1 of the NLCS in Milwaukee.
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