Brewers score five in fifth inning, beat Angels 6-2 in series opener
The Milwaukee Brewers beat the Los Angeles Angels 6-2 on July 31, 2026, scoring five runs in the fifth inning, as part of a six-game West Coast road trip that saw them split a series with the San Francisco Giants before heading.
The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Los Angeles Angels 6-2 on July 31, 2026, scoring five runs in the fifth inning at Angel Stadium. Shane Drohan started for the Brewers. The win came during a six-game West Coast road trip that began with a 3-0 loss to the San Francisco Giants on July 26.
The Milwaukee Brewers scored five runs in the fifth inning and beat the Los Angeles Angels 6-2 on July 31 at Angel Stadium. Brewers starter Shane Drohan held the Angels to two runs, while Angels pitcher Ryan Johnson struggled as the Brewers broke the game open. The win came after a rocky start to the Brewers’ six-game West Coast road trip. They lost 3-0 to the San Francisco Giants on July 26 at Oracle Park, then dropped a 16-3 decision to the Giants on July 29 before salvaging an 8-2 win on July 28 that ended a four-game road losing streak. The victory gave the Brewers the opener of a three-game series in Anaheim. It set up a chance to build momentum as the team continued its push for the best record in the National League Central.
Brewers erupt for five runs in fifth inning to beat Angels 6-2
Shane Drohan started for Milwaukee and held the Angels in check through five innings. The game turned in the fifth when the Brewers erupted for five runs. Angels pitcher Ryan Johnson could not escape the inning as Milwaukee’s lineup batted around, turning a tight contest into a comfortable lead. The Brewers added another run later to seal the 6-2 victory at Angel Stadium in Anaheim. The win opened a three-game series against the Angels on July 31, 2026, and gave Milwaukee momentum after a rocky West Coast trip that included a 3-0 loss to the San Francisco Giants five days earlier.
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The Brewers opened a six-game, seven-day West Coast road trip on July 26, 2026, with a 3-0 loss to the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park. Three days later, the Giants routed Milwaukee 16-3 at the same ballpark. Sandwiched between those defeats, the Brewers snapped a four-game road losing streak on July 28 with an 8-2 victory over the Giants. According to reports, Brewers pitcher Logan Henderson started that game and performed well.
Brewers take series opener, split two games with Angels
The Brewers took the second game of the series on Saturday, August 1, defeating the Angels 3-1, according to reports. After that win, the Brewers’ record stood at 69-41, the best in Major League Baseball. They concluded their six-game West Coast road trip on Sunday, August 2, at Angel Stadium. Jacob Misiorowski started for Milwaukee. The Angels shut out the Brewers 3-0 in the series finale, reports indicate, leaving the Brewers with a split of the two games played that weekend.
Frequently asked questions
What was the score of the Brewers vs Angels game on July 31, 2026?
The Brewers defeated the Angels 6-2 on July 31, 2026, at Angel Stadium in Anaheim. They scored five runs in the fifth inning. Angels pitcher Ryan Johnson struggled in the game.
What was the score of the Brewers vs Giants game on July 26, 2026?
The Brewers lost 3-0 to the San Francisco Giants on July 26, 2026, at Oracle Park in San Francisco. This was the first game of a six-game, seven-day West Coast road trip for Milwaukee.
Did the Brewers win on August 1, 2026, and what was their record?
According to reports, the Brewers defeated the Angels 3-1 on August 1, 2026. After that win, their record improved to 69-41, which was reportedly the best record in Major League Baseball at the time.
What was the score of the Brewers vs Angels game on August 2, 2026?
According to reports, the Angels defeated the Brewers 3-0 on Sunday, August 2, 2026, at Angel Stadium. The game was played at 3:15 p.m. Eastern Time and concluded the Brewers' six-game road trip.
What is the Brewers vs Cubs rivalry called?
The rivalry is known as the Brewers–Cubs rivalry or the I-94 Rivalry. Both teams are members of the National League Central Division. Their ballparks are 83 miles apart along Interstate 94.
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