As the Brewers threaten a World Series sweep of the Rays, the Padres’ tightly contested NLDS offers a painful reminder of their championship potential.
Tremayne Person of Friars on Base argues that the San Diego Padres' competitive NLDS performance against the Milwaukee Brewers demonstrates the roster's ability to contend at the highest level. With Milwaukee leading the Tampa Bay Rays 3-0 in the World Series after previously sweeping the Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego remains the only postseason team to hand the Brewers a defeat this October.
The writer notes that neither team held more than a two-run lead during their four-game series. While acknowledging the Padres' self-inflicted mistakes, Person suggests the intense battle tested and prepared Milwaukee for its dominant postseason run.
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