Brewers two wins from first World Series since 1982 as Contreras skewers Dodgers
The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 7-4 in Game 2 of the National League Championship Series, taking a 2-0 lead in the series. William Contreras led the Brewers' offense, while the Dodgers struggled to generate hits against the Milwaukee bullpen.
Why it matters
The outcome significantly impacts the path to the World Series, putting the defending champions in a difficult position.
William Contreras celebrates his go ahead single against the Dodgers. William Contreras celebrates his go ahead single against the Dodgers. MLB Brewers two wins from first World Series since 1982 as Contreras skewers Dodgers NLCS Game 2: LA Dodgers 4-7 Milwaukee Brewers
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Prefer the Guardian on Google William Contreras hit a tying homer in the fifth and singled home the go-ahead run an inning later as the Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 7-4 on Monday in Game 2 of the National League Championship Series.
Four relievers combined to retire the last 15 Dodgers batters in order as the Brewers took a 2-0 lead over the two-time defending World Series champions in this best-of-seven series, which heads to Los Angeles for Game 3 on Wednesday.
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