Milwaukee Brewers are having a standout 2026 season, currently holding a 91-56 record and a 1.5-game lead in the MLB. Former rival and current MLB Network analyst Mark DeRosa has lauded the team as “perfect,” praising their manager, pitching, defense, and overall lineup construction.
As of mid-September 2026, the Brewers are the only MLB team with 90 or more wins and are all but guaranteed to win their fourth consecutive National League Central Division title. Despite this consistent success, preseason predictions consistently underestimated their potential, forecasting a decline in performance.
DeRosa specifically highlighted manager Pat Murphy, stating, “You're telling me you wouldn't run through a brick wall for Pat Murphy, aka Lou Brown from Major League? You look up the definition of manager in the Webster's dictionary and there's a picture of Pat Murphy.” He also praised starting pitcher Misiorowski as a “true ace, a one-of-one” capable of matching up against any team’s best pitcher.
Beyond pitching, DeRosa emphasized the strength of Milwaukee’s defense, singling out shortstop Cooper Pratt and third baseman Joey Ortiz for their elite play. He also noted the strong defensive performance of the Brewers’ outfielders. Offensively, he commended players like Jake Bauers and William Contreras for their ability to grind out at-bats and contribute to a flowing lineup. The team’s bullpen was also praised as the best in the game, with Abner Uribe specifically mentioned for his performance.
The Brewers have won their division for the past three seasons but have yet to reach the World Series. A championship win would solidify their current success and potentially change perceptions of the team.
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