Padres Avoid Elimination with 4-3 Win in NLDS Game 3
The San Diego Padres defeated the Milwaukee Brewers 4-3 in Game 3 of the National League Division Series on October 6, 2026, at Petco Park. This victory cut Milwaukee’s series lead to 2-1, preventing the Brewers from clinching the series and forcing a Game 4. The result follows two close wins for the Brewers in Milwaukee, where they won 3-2 and 4-3. The series remains tied in games at 2-1 in favor of Milwaukee, with the next matchup scheduled for October 7.
Key points
- San Diego Padres won Game 3 against the Milwaukee Brewers 4-3 on October 6, 2026.
- The win cut the Brewers' series lead from 2-0 to 2-1, avoiding elimination for San Diego.
- Milwaukee had won the first two games at American Family Field, with scores of 3-2 and 4-3.
- The series is now set for Game 4 on October 7, with the Brewers needing two more wins to advance.
- The Padres had previously placed closer Mason Miller on the paternity list after a poor performance in Game 2.
Background
The Brewers entered the series with a 2-0 lead after dramatic wins in Milwaukee, including a controversial roof ruling in Game 1 and a walk-off hit by Jackson Chourio in Game 2. The Padres had struggled with roster changes, including Walker Buehler’s paternity leave, but maintained a strong regular-season record. The series is the first postseason meeting between the two teams, with the Padres holding a 99-93 all-time series edge.
How outlets are covering it
FOX One reported the final score and series status, emphasizing the Padres' avoidance of elimination. Brew Crew Ball focused on pre-game pitching matchups and roster changes, noting Dustin May and Nick Pivetta’s histories. OregonLive.com provided betting odds and market data, highlighting the high volume of trades on the matchup. The outlets agree on the outcome but differ in focus, with some emphasizing the result and others the pre-game context.
Why it matters
The Game 3 win prevents the Brewers from clinching the series, keeping the Padres alive and setting up a crucial Game 4. The outcome affects the path to the NLCS and the teams' postseason trajectories. The series is now a best-of-five, with the Brewers needing two more wins to advance.
What to watch
Game 4 is scheduled for October 7, 2026, at Petco Park. The Brewers must win two more games to advance to the NLCS, while the Padres need two wins to force a Game 5. The series will continue with the next matchup, where the outcome will determine the next round of the postseason.
- NLDS Game 3 Discussion: Milwaukee Brewers (2-0) @ San Diego Padres (0-2) Brew Crew Ball
- Brewers-Padres NLDS Game 3 FAQ, lineups (9:30 ET, FS1 /FOX One) MLB.com
- Watch Brewers vs Padres Live Streaming Today - Game 3 FOX One
- Polymarket upgrades new $25 referral code “OREGON” for Brewers-Padres live MLB odds OregonLive.com
- NL Division Series Game Discussion: Brewers vs Padres Tuesday Night Yahoo Sports
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