What happened: Milwaukee manager Pat Murphy said boxing legend Muhammad Ali taught him a lesson that shapes how he leads the Brewers. The approach rooted in that lesson resurfaced in conversation with Jon Morosi as Milwaukee prepares for the World Series.

Why it matters: Milwaukee clinched the National League pennant to end a wait dating to 1982. Murphy's leadership has become central to the club's October identity entering the Fall Classic.

What to watch: Milwaukee now turns to final World Series roster decisions. The opener will show how that approach holds on baseball's biggest stage.