Brewers Earn Third Straight Series Victory Over Royals

Milwaukee continues hot start to 2026 MLB season with another series win.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 11:18pm

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The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Kansas City Royals to earn their third consecutive series victory to start the 2026 MLB season. The Brewers have now won 9 of their first 12 games, putting them in strong position in the NL Central division early on.

Why it matters

The Brewers' hot start is an encouraging sign for a team that has playoff aspirations this season. Maintaining this level of play over the full 162-game schedule will be crucial if Milwaukee wants to end its postseason drought and return to the playoffs for the first time since 2023.

The details

The Brewers took 2 out of 3 games from the Royals, winning the series finale 6-3 on a strong pitching performance and timely hitting. Milwaukee's starting rotation has been a strength so far, with the team's starters posting a 3.12 ERA through the first 12 games.

  • The series took place from April 3-5, 2026.
  • The Brewers have now won 9 of their first 12 games to start the 2026 MLB season.

The players

Milwaukee Brewers

A professional baseball team based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin that plays in the National League Central division of Major League Baseball.

Kansas City Royals

A professional baseball team based in Kansas City, Missouri that plays in the American League Central division of Major League Baseball.

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What’s next

The Brewers will look to continue their hot start when they host the St. Louis Cardinals for a 4-game series starting on April 7th.

The takeaway

Milwaukee's early-season success has them positioned well in the NL Central race, but they'll need to maintain this level of play over the full 162-game schedule to end their playoff drought and return to the postseason.