3 reasons Brewers fans should be encouraged by NLDS matchup with Padres, 2 reasons to be nervous

The Milwaukee Brewers are set to face the San Diego Padres in the National League Division Series following San Diego's sweep of the Chicago Cubs. Writer Owen Jonas highlights several encouraging aspects for Milwaukee, noting question marks surrounding San Diego's starting rotation behind Michael King and Nick Pivetta, an average Padres infield defense against Milwaukee's high BABIP offense, and the fact that San Diego's offense performed closer to league average for most of the season.

However, Jonas also identifies two significant concerns for the Brewers. The Padres enter the NLDS as one of MLB's hottest teams following an 18-6 September, and San Diego boasts an elite bullpen featuring closer Mason Miller, Adrian Morejon, and Jason Adam, placing extra pressure on Milwaukee to take early leads.