Brewers crush Nationals 8-1 on July 13, 2025, as Freddy Peralta dominates and Jackson Chourio homers. Read how Milwaukee won its 7th straight game.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Just when you think the Milwaukee Brewers can't get any hotter, they turn up the heat. The Crew capped off a dominant first half of the season with an 8-1 thrashing of the Washington Nationals, extending their winning streak to a blistering seven games and heading into the All-Star break on an absolute high note.
7-0: Freddy Peralta's incredible record in 10 starts at American Family Field this season.
All-Star Freddy Peralta was simply untouchable. He carried a no-hitter into the sixth inning, ultimately pitching 6 2/3 innings of three-hit, one-run ball while fanning seven. His performance was a masterclass, improving his home record to a perfect 7-0. The Nats had no answers for his stuff, and he set the tone for the entire afternoon. The only offense he needed came early, when rookie catcher Anthony Seigler delivered his first career RBIs with a clutch two-run single in the third.
While Peralta kept Washington quiet, the offense put the game away with a five-run explosion in the eighth. Jackson Chourio, continuing his phenomenal rookie campaign, launched a towering 425-foot, three-run homer for his 15th of the season. Not to be outdone, Brice Turang followed with a 406-foot solo shot of his own. It was a statement inning that showed just how deep and dangerous this lineup can be, turning a solid win into an absolute rout.
The victory wasn't without a moment of concern. Outfielder Sal Frelick made a fantastic sliding catch in the third inning but had to leave the game with left hamstring soreness. The team is awaiting further evaluation, and fans will be holding their breath for good news. In other All-Star news, Freddy Peralta, having made his 20th start, has gracefully bowed out of the Midsummer Classic. Taking his place will be dominant reliever Trevor Megill, who will join rookie sensation Jacob Misiorowski in representing the Brewers.
The Brewers' success is fueled by youth, both in Milwaukee and in the pipeline. While Chourio makes his case for Rookie of the Year, the farm system continues to impress. On Sunday, top pitching prospect Logan Henderson struck out another seven batters, while outfielder Luis Lara made a spectacular diving catch that lit up social media. The combination of a dominant big-league club and a thriving farm system shows that the Brewers are built to win for a long, long time.
As the Brewers head into the All-Star break at a season-best 16 games over .500 and firmly in control of the NL Central, the vibe is electric. With a seven-game winning streak providing momentum, the team will get a well-deserved rest before kicking off the second half. The biggest question mark is the health of Sal Frelick, but one thing is certain: this team is a legitimate contender, and the rest of the league is on notice.
