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Excuses from Pirates, Bob Nutting don’t hold up against Brewers World Series victory

The Brewers occupy a smaller TV market than the Pirates, and yet they've become MLB's dominant team as Pittsburgh has complained.

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 10:06 AM
Excuses from Pirates, Bob Nutting don’t hold up against Brewers World Series victory
Key Things to Know
  • Adam Bittner argues the Brewers' World Series win removes excuses for Pirates owner Bob Nutting.
  • The Milwaukee Brewers won their first World Series title by defeating the Tampa Bay Rays in five games.
  • Milwaukee clinched the championship with a 4-1 victory in Game 5 at Tropicana Field.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Adam Bittner argues that the Milwaukee Brewers' World Series victory invalidates long-standing excuses from Pittsburgh Pirates owner Bob Nutting and franchise leadership. The Brewers captured their first championship in franchise history by defeating the Tampa Bay Rays 4-1 in Game 5, finishing the series 4-1.

The writer highlights Milwaukee's ability to achieve sustained success despite competing in a small media market with budget limitations. The Brewers finished the postseason with an 11-2 record under manager Pat Murphy, demonstrating how a small-market organization can build a championship roster without massive payroll expenditures.

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