Nationals Complete First Sweep of Brewers Since 2011

Keibert Ruiz's 8th-inning single lifts Washington to series victory in Milwaukee

Apr. 12, 2026 at 10:40pm

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The Washington Nationals defeated the Milwaukee Brewers 8-6 on Sunday, completing their first series sweep of the Brewers in 15 years. Keibert Ruiz's two-run single in the eighth inning broke a tie and propelled the Nationals to victory.

Why it matters

The Nationals' sweep of the Brewers marks a significant milestone, as it's the first time Washington has accomplished the feat since 2011. This series win could provide momentum for the Nationals as they look to climb the standings in the NL East.

The details

Trailing 6-5 in the eighth inning, the Nationals rallied to score three runs and take the lead. Keibert Ruiz delivered the go-ahead hit, a two-run single that broke the 6-6 tie and gave Washington an 8-6 advantage they would not relinquish.

  • The series sweep took place from April 10-12, 2026.

The players

Keibert Ruiz

The Nationals' catcher delivered the game-winning hit in the eighth inning to complete the series sweep.

Washington Nationals

The professional baseball team based in Washington, D.C. that competes in the National League East division.

Milwaukee Brewers

The professional baseball team based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin that competes in the National League Central division.

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What they’re saying

“This was a huge series win for us. To come in here and sweep the Brewers is a big accomplishment, especially since it's been so long since we last did it.”

— Keibert Ruiz, Nationals Catcher

What’s next

The Nationals will look to build on this series sweep as they continue their NL East division schedule, while the Brewers will aim to bounce back in their upcoming series.

The takeaway

The Nationals' first sweep of the Brewers in 15 years demonstrates the team's ability to rise to the occasion against a tough divisional opponent. This series victory could provide a much-needed boost as Washington seeks to climb the standings in the competitive NL East.