MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Brewers are dominating the National League in 2025, posting a .583 winning percentage (56-40) at the All-Star break, second only to the 1979 team’s .587 in franchise history. Trailing the Chicago Cubs by one game in the NL Central, the Brewers have surged with a 35-15 record over their last 50 games, a .700 clip that ranks among baseball’s best. A seven-game winning streak and a perfect 6-0 homestand heading into the break showcase a squad thriving on young talent, veteran leadership, and a revitalized pitching staff.
The still-young Brewers are the hottest team on the senior circuit because they have combined dominant pitching with clutch hitting and solid defense, after a sluggish start to the season.
A Dominant 35-15 Stretch
Since May 25, the Brewers have gone 35-15, the NL’s top winning percentage (.700) in that span, trailing only the Tampa Bay Rays (.720) league-wide. This outpaces the 1982 AL pennant winners’ best 50-game stretch (.667). With a +74 run differential (245 runs scored, 171 allowed), the Brewers have overwhelmed opponents, blending explosive offense with lockdown pitching.
Series-by-Series Breakdown
The Brewers’ last 50 games, covering 16 series from May 25 to July 13, 2025, resulted in 12 series wins, 3 losses, and 1 split.
May 22–25 @ Pirates (4): W, L, L, W — Series split 2–2
May 26–28 vs Red Sox (3): W, W, W — Sweep 3–0
May 30–June 1 @ Phillies (3): W, W, W — Sweep 3–0
June 2–4 @ Reds (3): W, L, W — Series win 2–1
June 6–8 vs Padres (3): L, W, L — Series loss 1–2
June 9–11 vs Braves (3): L, W, L — Series loss 1–2
June 12–15 vs Cardinals (4): W, W, L, W — Series win 3–1
June 17–20 @ Cubs (4, one HBP): W, L, W (one postponed) — Series win 2–1
June 20–22 @ Twins (3): W, W, W — Sweep 3–0
June 23–25 vs Pirates (3): W, L, W — Series win 2–1
June 27–29 vs Rockies (3): W, W, L — Series win 2–1
July 2–3 @ Mets (3 including DH): L, W, L — Series loss 1–2
July 4–6 @ Marlins (3): W, L, W — Series win 2–1
July 7–9 vs Dodgers (3): W, W, W — Sweep 3–0
July 11–13 vs Nationals (3): W, W, W — Sweep 3–0
The Brewers went 18-7 at home and 17-8 on the road, dominating sub-.500 teams (10 series wins) and holding their own against playoff contenders like the Dodgers (one series win) and Padres (split).
Players Appearing in 2025
The Brewers have used 42 different players through the All-Star break, including 20 pitchers, 3 catchers, 10 infielders, 8 outfielders, and 1 primary designated hitter appearance. This includes midseason additions.
Top Performers: On the Mound
- Freddy Peralta He leads the team in wins and continues to grow stronger as the season progresses. Freddy carried a no-hitter into the sixth inning Sunday and his 11-4 record and .266 ERA in 20 starts has solidified his position as the team’s ace.
- Jacob Misiorowski Yes, it’s a small sample size. But this kid has superstar written all over him. Misiorowski’s major league debut featured 100.5 mph+ fastballs, and he set a record with 11+ hitless innings (over a 2-game span) to start his career, a stat that is unmatched since at least 1901. One month in, he’s beat some of the game’s Aces: Paul Skenes, Clayton Kershaw, Joe Ryan, and Sonny Gray. In besting Kershaw in his last start before the break, Misiorowski went six innings and fanned 12 Dodgers.
- Quinn Priester Last Friday, the Brewers used Priester in relief for the fifth time this season, following opener DL Hall with six solid innings. The 24-year-old right-hander has become a surprising and consistent contributor in 2025, posting a 3.55 ERA and an impressive 7-2 record. However, his role may shift once Nestor Cortes completes his rehab assignment.
- Trevor Megill The Brewers’ closer has had 24 save opportunities, secured 21 of them and posted a 2.41 ERA in 36 games.
Top Performers: At the Plate
- Christian Yelich His 65 RBIs help explain the Brewers’ massive positive run differential this season. Yelich brings more than just veteran leadership to the clubhouse, he continues to deliver clutch hits in key games.
- Sal Frelick He left Sunday’s game in the 3rd inning with a leg injury, and we await the news for several reasons. He’s been blazing hot leading up to the break, batting .333 and posting a .990 OPS over his last 7 games. His .294 batting average for the season is one of the reasons he’s earned the name Mr. Consistency.
- Jackson Chourio Year two did not begin the way his rookie season did. But after early slump, Churio is back to form. He’s raised his average to .264, has a .758 OPS and delivered 62 RBIs to go with his 16 home runs.
- Brice Turang The defensive wizard also continues to shine at the dish. He’s batting a hefty .274 and his OPS is .711.
- Andrew Vaughn* Like Misorowski, the sample size is small. And while we’re not putting the superstar label on Vaughn just yet, his results are undeniable. Since coming to the Crew in the Aaron Civale trade, Vaughn has appeared in five games and has become an RBI machine. He has 10 runs batted in over his 14 at bats. With Rhys Hoskins out for another 5 weeks, the added pop and clutch hitting have already made a difference
Roster Payroll Comparison
The Brewers’ 2025 payroll, estimated at $108.2 million, ranks among the lowest in MLB, per ESPN.com. Compared to NL rivals:
- Los Angeles Dodgers: $321.3 million, second in MLB, boosted by deferred contracts like Shohei Ohtani’s.
- New York Mets: $323.1 million, tops in baseball, driven by Juan Soto’s mega-deal.
- Philadelphia Phillies: $284.2 million, third in MLB, with a star-laden roster.
- Chicago Cubs: $196.3 million, outspending the Brewers significantly in the NL Central.
- San Diego Padres: $208.9 million, a competitive payroll challenging the Dodgers.
The Brewers’ lean budget, second-lowest in the NL Central behind the Pittsburgh Pirates ($90.3 million), highlights their underdog status, yet their performance defies financial constraints…so far.
Previously at Dairyland Sentinel
