The Milwaukee Brewers beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 8-7 on July 20, 2025, for their 9th straight win. Freddy Peralta dominated and Isaac Collins homered. Read how!
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Just when you think this Brewers team can't get any hotter, they walk into Dodger Stadium and take all three games. Sunday's heart-stopping 8-7 victory wasn't just another win; it was a season-best ninth in a row, a statement sweep against the mighty Dodgers that proves this Milwaukee squad is for real. It was a nail-biter to the very end, but the Crew found a way, just as they have all streak long.
'I just try to give my team a chance to win every time out.' - Freddy Peralta
Freddy Peralta has been nothing short of an ace, and Sunday was no exception. 'Fastball Freddy' carved up the Dodgers' potent lineup for six innings, striking out eight while allowing just three runs to earn his seventh consecutive victory. Over this dominant seven-start stretch, Peralta has been nearly untouchable, posting a sub-2.50 ERA and solidifying his role as the anchor of the rotation. His quiet confidence and consistent excellence are the bedrock of this incredible winning streak.
While Peralta set the tone, the offense provided the necessary firepower. The long ball played a major role, with Isaac Collins blasting a crucial three-run homer in the fourth inning to give the Brewers a commanding lead. Not to be outdone, Joey Ortiz added a solo shot of his own in the sixth. These two have been unsung heroes during the win streak, providing timely power from the bottom half of the order. Catcher William Contreras also had a big day, collecting two hits and scoring twice, continuing his All-Star caliber season.
After building an 8-3 lead, things got tense. The Dodgers, powered by a Shohei Ohtani home run, mounted a furious late-game rally that brought them within a single run. But the Brewers' bullpen, which has been a strength all season, bent without breaking. They navigated the final innings under immense pressure to slam the door and secure the sweep, proving this team has the grit to win the close ones.
This nine-game win streak couldn't come at a better time, as the MLB trade deadline is just around the corner. The Brewers' front office faces a fascinating dilemma: do they push their chips in for a World Series run? Their farm system, consistently ranked among the league's best with six top-100 prospects like Jeferson Quero and Jacob Misiorowski, gives them the ammunition to make a major splash. While no moves were made today, names like Blake Burke and Coleman Crow are swirling in rumors. The team's current success only amplifies the pressure to make the right move.
With nine straight wins under their belt and a sweep of the Dodgers in the rearview mirror, the Brewers are the hottest team in baseball. All eyes now turn to the front office as the trade deadline approaches. Will they stand pat, or will they leverage their elite farm system to add the final piece for a deep October run? One thing is certain: this is a special summer in Milwaukee.
