Maligned former Red Sox David Hamilton had a massive footprint on Brewers’ NLCS Game 2 win

Former Boston Red Sox infielder David Hamilton helped carry the Milwaukee Brewers to victory in Game 2 of the NLCS.

By Katie Manganelli · BoSox Injection

Published: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 3:49 PM

Key Things to Know

David Hamilton scored the winning run and stole two bases to help Milwaukee beat the Dodgers 7-4 in NLCS Game 2.
The Milwaukee Brewers now hold a 2-0 series lead over the twice-reigning champion Los Angeles Dodgers.
William Contreras led Milwaukee offensively with three hits, including a home run, and three RBI.

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Former Boston Red Sox infielder David Hamilton played a pivotal role in the Milwaukee Brewers' 7-4 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 2 of the NLCS on October 12, 2026. Hamilton recorded two hits, three runs, and two stolen bases, scoring both Milwaukee's winning run and their first insurance run to help take a 2-0 series lead.

BoSox Injection notes that while Hamilton batted .245 with 30 stolen bases in 121 games for Milwaukee this season, his offensive and defensive limitations had previously led Boston to move on. The writer reflects on the sting of seeing former Red Sox contributors thrive on major postseason stages.

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