MLB Network previews Brewers as second-half postseason threat

Brewers enter at 55-34, though losers of three straight.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 171 min read

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What happened: MLB Network's MLB Tonight aired a segment previewing the second half, framing the Milwaukee Brewers as a postseason threat. Milwaukee brings a 55-34 record into the discussion despite a three-game losing streak. The segment came as Milwaukee prepared to face the Miami Marlins in a game that had not yet started.

Why it matters: Milwaukee's run differential, 5.0 runs scored against 3.9 allowed, underpins the contender framing raised on the broadcast. The club already holds a It also added the same rotation that acquired Lance McCullers Jr. this week ahead of the trade deadline.

By the numbers: Milwaukee: 55-34 overall, 5.0 runs scored per game, 3.9 allowed, 1-4 over its last five with a three-game losing streak.

What to watch: Milwaukee and Miami were scheduled to open second-half play Friday, with the Brewers looking to snap a three-game skid.

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