Brewers' Old-School Approach Yields MLB's Best Record
The Milwaukee Brewers lead the majors with 81 wins despite hitting the fewest home runs in baseball. They rely on strong pitching, defense, and baserunning rather than big free-agent signings. Their success has produced three straight NL Central titles and a 5.5-game division lead.
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The Brewers' roster-building philosophy contrasts sharply with division rivals. Milwaukee has repeatedly traded established stars—Corbin Burnes, Devin Williams, Josh Hader—for prospects rather than extending expensive contracts.
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