[Nick Soulis]

Series #122



2018 Milwaukee Brewers
Record: 96-67
Finish: Lost In NLCS
Manager: Craig Counsell
Ball Park: Miller Park
WAR Leader: Christian Yelich (7.3)
Franchise Record: 1-5
Hall of Famers: (0)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/MIL/2018.shtml

1949 Detroit Tigers
Record: 87-67
Finish: 4th in AL
Manager: Red Rolfe
Ball Park: Briggs Stadium
WAR Leader: Virgil Trucks (6.3)
Franchise Record: 8-8
Hall of Famers: (2)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/DET/1949.shtml
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Never Wake A Sleeping Tiger
Detroit Pulls Off Four Straight Wins In Series Upset



Game 1
At Miller Park
1949 Detroit Tigers 4
2018 Milwaukee Brewers 7
WP: O. Drake (1-0) LP: H. White (0-1) S: C. Knebel (1)
HR: P. Mullin (1), A. Robinson (1), D. Santana (1), J. Choi (1)
POG: Brandon Woodruff (6 IP, 3 H, 3 ER, 1BB, 4 K, 93 P)
2018 Brewers Lead Series 1-0

In a thrilling Game 1 of the Field of Dreams series between the 2018 Milwaukee Brewers and the 1949 Detroit Tigers, the Brewers emerged victorious with a 7-4 win at Miller Park. The game saw a stellar performance by Brewers' right-hander Brandon Woodruff, who pitched six innings of three-hit ball, striking out four and walking only one. Despite an early solo home run by Detroit's Aaron Robinson in the second inning and a two-run homer by Pat Mullin in the sixth, the Brewers' offense came alive late in the game. The pivotal moment came in the seventh inning with the Brewers trailing 4-3. Manny Pina delivered a clutch bases-clearing double with two outs, shifting the momentum decisively in Milwaukee's favor. Contributions from Domingo Santana and Ji-Man Choi, who each hit home runs, further sealed the win for the Brewers. Jim Smith, Milwaukee's manager, praised his team's resilience and emphasized the need to stay focused for the upcoming games. With this win, the Brewers take a 1-0 lead in the best-of-seven series.

Game 2
At Miller Park
1949 Detroit Tigers 2
2018 Milwaukee Brewers 4
WP: C. Knebel (0-1) LP: A. Houtteman (0-1)
HR: P. Mullin (2), L. Cain (1)
POG: Brent Suter (7 IP, 4 H, 2 ER, 0 BB, 4 K, 90 P)
2018 Brewers Lead Series 2-0

In an exhilarating Game 2 of the Field of Dreams series, the 2018 Milwaukee Brewers edged out the 1949 Detroit Tigers with a dramatic 4-2 victory in extra innings. The Brewers' lefty starter, Brent Suter, delivered an impressive performance, pitching seven innings and allowing only four hits while striking out four. The game remained scoreless until the Tigers managed to score two runs in the sixth inning, but the Brewers responded with two runs of their own in the seventh, thanks to clutch hits from Eric Thames and Jonathan Villar. The game remained tied until the bottom of the tenth, when Lorenzo Cain launched a two-run walk-off home run off Detroit's Art Houtteman, sending the home crowd into a frenzy. With this win, the Brewers took a commanding 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven series, with Game 3 set to be played at Tiger Stadium in Detroit.

Game 3
At Briggs Stadium
2018 Milwaukee Brewers 0
1949 Detroit Tigers 11
WP: H. Newhouser (1-0) LP: F. Peralta (0-1)
HR: None
POG: Hal Newhouser (8.2 IP, 2 H, 0 ER, 3 BB, 7 K, 112 P)
2018 Brewers Lead Series 2-1

In a thrilling Field of Dreams showdown on October 4, 2018, the 1949 Detroit Tigers earned their first win of the series by dominating the 2018 Milwaukee Brewers with an 11-0 victory at Tiger Stadium. Hal Newhouser delivered an outstanding performance, pitching 8.2 innings of shutout baseball, allowing just two hits and striking out seven. The Tigers' offense came alive, scoring in six different innings, highlighted by a seven-run explosion in the seventh. Johnny Lipon was instrumental in the Tigers' success, reaching base six times and scoring three runs, while Paul Campbell contributed with a double, a triple, and four RBIs. Despite the Brewers' efforts, they were unable to solve Newhouser's pitching or muster any offense, managing just two hits and committing a costly error. With this win, the Tigers narrowed the series deficit to 2-1, setting the stage for a crucial Game 4.

Game 4
At Briggs Stadium
2018 Milwaukee Brewers 5
1949 Detroit Tigers 7
WP: T. Gray (1-0) LP: C. Knebel (1-1)
HR: D. Santana (2), E. Thames (1), A. Robinson (2)
POG: Aaron Robinson (1-3, HR. 4 RBI, R, walk off grand slam)
Series Tied 2-2

In a thrilling Field of Dreams game, the 1949 Detroit Tigers pulled off a dramatic 7-5 victory over the 2018 Milwaukee Brewers, tying their best-of-seven series at 2-2. The game, played at the historic Tiger Stadium, saw the Tigers trailing 5-3 in the bottom of the ninth inning. With two outs and the bases loaded, Aaron Robinson crushed a walk-off grand slam off Brewers' closer Corey Knebel, sending the home crowd into a frenzy. Robinson, who went 1 for 3 with a home run, 2 walks, and 4 RBIs, was the hero of the night. The Tigers' victory showcased their resilience and set the stage for an intense Game 5 in Detroit.

Game 5
At Briggs Stadium
2018 Milwaukee Brewers 3
1949 Detroit Tigers 7
WP: D. Trout (1-1) LP: B. Woodruff (0-1)
HR: C. Yelich (1), P. Mullin (1)
POG: Dizzy Trout (8 IP, 6 H, 1 ER, 0 BB, 8 K, 103 P)
1949 Tigers Lead Series 3-2

In Game 5 of their Field of Dreams series, the 1949 Detroit Tigers seized a pivotal 3-2 series lead over the 2018 Milwaukee Brewers with a dramatic 7-5 victory. Trailing 5-3 in the bottom of the ninth inning, the Tigers once again relied on the heroics of Aaron Robinson. With two outs and the bases loaded, Robinson launched a walk-off grand slam off Corey Knebel, securing the win and igniting jubilation at Tiger Stadium. Robinson's clutch performance, which included a home run, 2 walks, and 4 RBIs, underscored his vital role in the Tigers' success. As the series heads back to Detroit for Game 6, the Tigers hold the momentum and a chance to clinch the series on their home turf.

Game 6
At Miller Park
1949 Detroit Tigers 6
2018 Milwaukee Brewers 5
WP: T. Gray (2-0) LP: J. Hader (0-1) A. Houteman (1)
HR: J. Groth (1), C. Yelich (2), J. Aguilar (1)
POG: Christian Yelich (3-5, HR, 3 RBI, 2 R)

In a thrilling conclusion to their best-of-seven series, the 1949 Detroit Tigers emerged victorious over the 2018 Milwaukee Brewers with a narrow 6-5 win at Miller Park. The Tigers, showcasing their classic grit and teamwork to win in 6. Despite a powerful third inning surge from the Brewers, highlighted by home runs from Christian Yelich and Jesús Aguilar, the Tigers remained resilient. Detroit’s key to victory lay in their timely hitting and clutch performances, particularly in the eighth inning when Johnny Groth's two-run homer off Josh Hader turned the tide. The Tigers' bullpen, anchored by Al Benton and Art Houtteman, held firm to seal the win. As the jubilant Tigers celebrated on the Field of Dreams, the atmosphere was electric, setting the stage for a historic parade in Detroit.

1949 Detroit Tigers Win Series 4 Games To 2


Series MVP:

(.389, 2 HR, 7 RBI, 5 R, .409 OBP, 1.150 OPS)