Heartbreaker at Home
Fellow Brewers fans,
let's rally together as we recount last night's rollercoaster of a game against the Cleveland Guardians. Our Milwaukee Brewers put up a determined and spirited fight but ultimately fell short with a final score of 9-6.Early Thunder and Resilience
We kicked off with promise, with Brice Turang delivering a single and then displaying his speed by stealing second. It was Akil Baddoo who got us on the board, courtesy of a sacrifice fly, bringing home Turang. Then, what a moment in the 2nd inning as Brandon Lockridge blasted a homer 440 feet to left, raising our spirits to a 2-0 lead.
The 4th inning showcased our ability to retaliate, with David Hamilton smashing a double to right, allowing both Tyler Black and Lockridge to score, bringing us out of a temporary 3-2 disadvantage to lead 4-3.
Guardians Roar Back
Though our boys fought valiantly, Cleveland's Nolan Jones sent a three-run homer our way during the 5th inning, shifting the momentum. Not long after, the 6th inning saw the Guardians stretching their lead with a homer from Cooper Ingle.
Despite our best efforts, we ended the 7th inning with the Guardians leading 9-4.A Daring Comeback Attempt
In the intense 8th inning, our Brewers showcased their never-say-die attitude, with Greg Jones driving in two more runs to close the gap to 9-6. That energy was palpable as we held hope for a dramatic comeback. But alas, the 9th didn't yield the magic finish we craved, as our last stand fizzled without gaining ground.
Looking Forward
As the dust settles, let's look beyond this heartbreaker. Our young talents showed grit and potential that deserves recognition. While the Guardians took the win, we are still proud of your tenacity, Brewers! We'll be back with fire in our hearts and bats ready to swing.
Keep the faith, Brewers Nation! Onward to the next game!
Scoreboard for Guardians @ Brewers (February 21st, 2026)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 10 | 1 |
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 10 | 1 |