Brewers' Yelich Hits Clutch Homer in Sunday's Win

Pinch-hit blast caps Brewers' six-run 8th inning against White Sox

Mar. 29, 2026 at 9:49pm

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Christian Yelich came off the bench as a pinch hitter in the 8th inning and delivered a three-run home run to help the Brewers rally for a 9-7 victory over the White Sox on Sunday. Yelich's blast capped a six-run outburst that erased Chicago's lead.

Why it matters

Yelich is a key offensive piece for the Brewers, and his ability to deliver in a clutch situation off the bench demonstrates his value as a versatile weapon in their lineup. The win also keeps the Brewers competitive in the early stages of the season.

The details

With the Brewers trailing 7-3 in the 8th inning, Yelich pinch-hit against White Sox left-hander Anthony Kay and launched a towering three-run shot to right field to tie the game. The Brewers would go on to score three more runs in the inning to complete the comeback victory.

  • Yelich's game-tying homer came in the 8th inning on Sunday, March 29, 2026.

The players

Christian Yelich

An All-Star outfielder for the Milwaukee Brewers.

Anthony Kay

A left-handed pitcher for the Chicago White Sox.

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What they’re saying

“That was a huge hit for us. Yelich really came through in a big spot to get us back in the game.”

— Craig Counsell, Brewers Manager

What’s next

The Brewers will look to build on this comeback win as they continue their series against the White Sox on Monday.

The takeaway

Yelich's pinch-hit heroics demonstrate his value as a clutch hitter for the Brewers, who were able to rally late and secure an important early-season victory.