The Brewers crushed the Nationals 14-3 on Aug. 3, 2025, setting a franchise hit record. Brice Turang homered twice in the historic series sweep. Recap inside.
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Some teams have a good weekend. The Milwaukee Brewers just had a historically great one. Capping off a dominant three-game set against the Washington Nationals, the Crew didn't just win Sunday's finale 14-3—they rewrote the franchise record books. With an offensive onslaught that felt relentless, Milwaukee amassed a staggering 56 hits in the series, a new club record, cementing their status as the best team in baseball and sending a clear message to the rest of the league.
56 hits. A new club record for a three-game series. The Brewers weren't just swinging bats; they were making history.
The offensive star of the day was undoubtedly Brice Turang, who launched two two-run homers, his 7th and 8th of the year. But he was far from alone. The entire lineup was a nightmare for Nationals pitching. Christian Yelich reached base five times, Joey Ortiz was a run-producing machine with four RBIs, and Caleb Durbin added two hits. The game was blown wide open in a seven-run seventh inning, a true 'Crew rally' highlighted by Turang's second blast and Ortiz's clutch two-run single. It was a complete and total offensive demolition.
While the bats stole the show, the game also showcased the Brewers' pitching depth. The win came with a bittersweet backdrop, as rookie sensation Jacob Misiorowski was placed on the 15-day IL with a left tibia contusion. Losing a pitcher with a 2.70 ERA is never easy, but Logan Henderson, recalled from Triple-A, stepped in seamlessly. Henderson gave the team 4 1/3 solid innings, allowing just one run and keeping the Nationals at bay while the offense went to work. It was a testament to the 'next man up' mentality that defines this club, with Aaron Ashby eventually earning the win in relief.
Henderson's successful start is a perfect example of the philosophy that guided GM Matt Arnold through the trade deadline. Instead of making a blockbuster move for a top-of-the-rotation arm, the Brewers opted for smart, modest upgrades to bolster their depth. They added infield utility with Willi Castro and fortified the bullpen with veterans Taylor Rogers and Andrew Kittredge, all while protecting their top prospects. While some fans may have wanted a bigger splash, the front office is betting that this deep, versatile roster is the right formula for a deep October run.
The decision to hold onto the farm system's jewels makes perfect sense when you see the talent brewing. The Brewers' system entered 2025 ranked 7th in all of baseball, a massive jump from 17th just a year ago. It's loaded with Top 100 talent like catcher Jeferson Quero and shortstops Jesús Made and Cooper Pratt. And who was number 99 on that list? Jacob Misiorowski. The strategy is clear: supplement the current MLB-best roster without mortgaging a future that looks incredibly bright.
As the dust settles on a record-breaking weekend in Washington, the Brewers stand alone atop the MLB standings. They're winning with explosive offense, gutsy pitching performances from their depth pieces, and the quiet confidence of a front office with a clear plan. With the trade deadline in the rearview mirror and the roster set for the stretch run, this team has proven it can win in every possible way. The pennant race is heating up, but the Brewers just turned up the temperature on the entire league.
