What a game! The Brewers were up 7-1 coming into the 7th. By the end of the 8th, the Mets held a 9-7 advantage. A 4-run 9th put the Brewers on top 11-9. Closer John Axford preserved the lead with his team-record 34th consecutive save, and guaranteed a series win for the Brewers.
The Cardinals and Cubs also played a day game; the Cubs prevailed, 3-0.
Milwaukee’s magic number is now 28 with 35 games to play. They lead their division by 8.5 games.
Inertia Wins! 