Brewers Edge Red Sox in Thriller

Garrett Mitchell's late-game heroics lift Milwaukee to victory over Boston.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 6:50am

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A fragmented, cubist-style painting depicting a baseball game, with sharp geometric shapes and planes of the Brewers' navy blue and gold colors as well as the Red Sox's iconic red and white, conveying the high-energy and competitive nature of the close matchup.A late-game heroic hit lifts the Brewers over the Red Sox in an intense, back-and-forth battle.Boston Today

In a back-and-forth affair, the Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Boston Red Sox 8-6 on Monday night. The game-winning hit came from Brewers outfielder Garrett Mitchell, who delivered a clutch two-out RBI single in the eighth inning to break the tie and lift his team to victory.

Why it matters

This was an important early-season matchup between two teams with playoff aspirations. The Brewers' win on the road against the storied Red Sox franchise demonstrates their ability to win close games and compete with the American League's elite teams.

The details

The Brewers jumped out to an early 4-1 lead, but the Red Sox battled back to tie the game at 6-6 in the seventh inning. In the top of the eighth, with the score knotted, Garrett Mitchell came through with a two-out single to drive in the go-ahead run and give the Brewers the lead for good.

  • The game was played on Monday, April 7, 2026.
  • Mitchell's go-ahead hit came in the top of the eighth inning.

The players

Garrett Mitchell

A 25-year-old outfielder for the Milwaukee Brewers who delivered the game-winning hit.

Milwaukee Brewers

A Major League Baseball team based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin that plays in the National League.

Boston Red Sox

A Major League Baseball team based in Boston, Massachusetts that plays in the American League.

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What they’re saying

“That was a huge hit in a big moment. Garrett really came through for us tonight.”

— Craig Counsell, Manager, Milwaukee Brewers

What’s next

The Brewers and Red Sox will play the second game of their three-game series on Tuesday night in Boston.

The takeaway

This win showcases the Brewers' ability to win close games on the road against tough opponents, a key trait for a team with postseason aspirations.