Brewers Face Red Sox in 3-Game Series

Longtime MLB rivals meet for a midweek matchup at Fenway Park.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 9:52am

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The Milwaukee Brewers will travel to Boston to take on the Red Sox in a three-game series starting on Monday. The two historic franchises have met numerous times over the years, with the Red Sox holding a slight edge in the all-time series.

Why it matters

This series marks an early-season matchup between two teams with playoff aspirations. The Brewers and Red Sox are both looking to get off to strong starts and establish themselves as contenders in their respective divisions.

The details

The Brewers and Red Sox have met 21 times in the regular season, with Boston holding a 12-9 advantage. The two teams last faced off in 2023, with the Red Sox taking two of three games at Fenway Park.

  • The series begins on Monday, April 6, 2026.
  • Game 2 is scheduled for Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
  • The series finale will be played on Wednesday, April 8, 2026.

The players

Milwaukee Brewers

A professional baseball team based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and a member of the National League Central division.

Boston Red Sox

A professional baseball team based in Boston, Massachusetts, and a member of the American League East division.

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What they’re saying

“This is always a tough series against the Red Sox. They're a well-rounded team, and we'll have to bring our 'A' game to come out on top.”

— Craig Counsell, Manager, Milwaukee Brewers

“We're excited to have the Brewers in town. It's going to be a great test for us early in the season, and we're looking forward to the challenge.”

— Alex Cora, Manager, Boston Red Sox

What’s next

The teams will meet again later in the season for a three-game series at American Family Field in Milwaukee.

The takeaway

This series between the Brewers and Red Sox features two of the most storied franchises in baseball, and the outcome could have significant implications for the playoff races in both the National and American Leagues.