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How Extra Late-Night Work Led To Brice Turang’s Game-Changing, Slump-Busting Home Run

Brice Turang's left-on-left home run to the opposite field off a Tarik Skubal inside fastball awed his teammates, catalyzed the Brewers' offense, and made his extra work in the cage pay off.

Published: Monday, 12 October 2026 at 7:14 AM
How Extra Late-Night Work Led To Brice Turang’s Game-Changing, Slump-Busting Home Run
Key Things to Know
  • Late-night batting cage sessions helped Brice Turang break out of an offensive slump ahead of the NLCS.
  • Turang hit a game-tying solo home run against left-handed ace Tarik Skubal in Milwaukee's 2-1 victory.
  • The blast matched an achievement only Shohei Ohtani managed during the 2026 regular season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Brice Turang broke out of a postseason slump following extensive late-night hitting sessions ahead of the National League Championship Series. After struggling to a 2-for-16 mark in the NLDS, the Milwaukee Brewers second baseman worked late in the batting cages alongside hitting coaches to refine his swing.

The preparation paid off in Game 1 against Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal. Turang launched a game-tying solo home run to opposite field on an inside fastball, helping fuel the Brewers to a 2-1 victory.

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