Milwaukee Brewers maintain league-best record amid pitching updates

The Milwaukee Brewers continue a dominant 2026 season, holding an 88-54 record, the best in the league. Despite hitting the fewest home runs in the league, their efficient offense and league-leading pitching staff, which maintains a 3.50 ERA, have kept them on pace to potentially surpass their franchise record of 97 wins.

In upcoming matchups, the Brewers are set to face the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park. Dustin May, acquired from the St. Louis Cardinals at the trade deadline, is scheduled to start for Milwaukee following a difficult stretch where he allowed 14 earned runs in 19.2 innings. The Reds are expected to counter with Andrew Abbott, who has struggled recently with a 6.89 ERA since the start of August.

Additionally, the Brewers are monitoring the potential return of Brandon Woodruff. After missing significant time due to shoulder surgery, the veteran pitcher has begun a five-week pitching program. Woodruff, who accepted a $22 million qualifying offer, faces the challenge of proving his effectiveness before his current contract expires at the end of the season.