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The Posts Dan Martin breaks down five things to know about the Brewers before their NL Wild Card Series against the Mets: Familiar face If the Mets are upset about facing a strong team in Milwaukee, they largely have their own bo s to blame, as president of baseball operations David Stearns built much Jorge Soler Jersey of the Brewers roster before he eventually came home to run the Mets. Stearns right-hand man, Matt Arnold, took over in Milwaukee last season and the Brewers have made the playoffs in six of the past seven years. David Stearns built most of the Brewers roster during his time with Milwaukee. Jason Szenes for the NY Post New face in the dugout As the Brewers rose to the top of the NL Central on a regular basis, it was manager Craig Cousell who was in the dugout until this season. Counsell for a big contract with the Cubs and his bench coach, Pat Murphy, took over. The Brewers, though, havent mi sed a beat. Explore More What MVP? While the Mets dealt with Francisco Lindors brief absence due to a back injury, the Brewers have been with his own back woes. Rookie Jackson Chourio has helped make up for Yelichs absence, as the 20-year-old has been one of the best young players in the league. Jackson Chourio has helped the Brewers overcome Christian Yelichs injury. AP Payroll The lazy narrative would be that its big, bad New York versus middle of nowhere Milwaukee, but the Steve Cohen-led Mets do have MLBs highest payroll, while the Brewers are 21st, according to Spotrac. Public enemy No. 1 It doesnt matter if Rhys Hoskins is in Philadelphia or Milwaukee, he gives the Mets trouble. Rhys Hoskins reacts after hitting a grand slam against the Mets on Sept. 27. USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Con Most recently, it came in the form of a grand slam against them on Friday which temporarily put a dent in their postseason hopes. And just for kicks, maybe ex-Yankee flameout Gary Sanchez, now Milwaukees primary DH, can make some October magic. Luis Torres Jersey |
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