Brewers Defeat Dodgers 9-2, End Losing Streak at Dodger Stadium
- Christian Yelich and Blake Perkins led the Brewers to a 9-2 victory over the Dodgers
- The win ended the Brewers' seven-game losing streak at Dodger Stadium
- Yelich and Perkins both homered, had three hits, and drove in three runs
In a thrilling baseball matchup, the Milwaukee Brewers emerged victorious over the Los Angeles Dodgers with a resounding 9-2 win at Dodger Stadium. Christian Yelich and Blake Perkins were the stars of the game, each hitting home runs, securing three hits, and driving in three runs to lead the Brewers to victory. Eric Haase also contributed with a two-run homer in the fifth inning, helping the Brewers avoid a sweep in the weekend series between the National League division leaders. Yelich's impressive performance included a two-run homer in the fourth inning off Dodgers' starter Justin Wrobleski, who was making his major league debut. Yelich, a key player voted in as one of the NL's starting outfielders for the upcoming All-Star Game, continued his hot streak by batting .393 with three homers and five RBIs during the Brewers' recent road trip. Perkins added to the Brewers' lead with a solo shot in the seventh inning and a crucial hit with the bases loaded that drove in two runs. Pitcher Jakob Junis secured the win for the Brewers, stepping in for starter Dallas Keuchel, who had a strong performance, not allowing a run in 4 1/3 innings. The Dodgers, who hit eight home runs in the series, now look ahead to a challenging three-game series against the Philadelphia Phillies, who currently hold the best record in the majors at 58-32. Meanwhile, the Dodgers are monitoring the progress of injured players like Clayton Kershaw and Joe Kelly as they prepare for upcoming games. Bobby Miller is set to take the mound for the Dodgers in their next game against the Phillies.