The Milwaukee Brewers halted a four-game losing streak on Sunday, securing a decisive 5-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates. The win, driven by a stellar pitching performance from Kyle Harrison, prevented the Brewers from being swept in the series.
Harrison delivered six innings of one-hit baseball, striking out a career-high 12 batters. This outing marked his second strong performance against the Royals three weeks prior, where he pitched 5 1/3 innings, allowing two runs on three hits. He earned his first win since May 30, 2025, in that earlier game.
The Brewers' offense broke through in the fourth inning, scoring five runs against Pirates pitcher Carmen Mlodzinski. David Hamilton drove in the first run with a double, followed by a two-run single from Brandon Lockridge that chased Mlodzinski from the game. Gary Sanchez added another run with an RBI groundout.
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The Pirates' lineup struggled significantly, striking out 18 times throughout the game. Despite the offensive struggles, the Pirates have now returned home to face the St. Louis Cardinals in a four-game series. The Brewers are scheduled to be off on Monday before commencing a three-game home stand against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Notably, the Brewers have not hit a home run in seven consecutive games. Jake Bauers contributed two doubles to Milwaukee's effort.
Contextual Notes:
The Brewers' offensive woes are a recurring theme, with only one home run reported in their last 11 games.
This victory over the Pirates comes after a recent series where the Pirates, led by pitcher Paul Skenes, nearly achieved a perfect game against the Brewers. In that matchup, Skenes had retired all 15 batters he faced through five innings.
Harrison's performance on Sunday showcased a level of control, with his previous outing against the Royals demonstrating his ability to find a rhythm after a slow start. His emergence has been noted as a valuable addition to the Brewers' pitching depth.
Previous reports indicate Carmen Mlodzinski had a 1-1 record with a 3.28 ERA entering Sunday's game, having allowed five runs in 4 1/3 innings in his prior start against Texas.
