The Brewers entered this game on the verge of losing three straight series. With Adrian Houser on the mound facing Brandon Bielak, this rubber match would decide the series between the Brewers and the Astros. The Brewers entered the game only a game ahead of the Pittsburgh Pirates for first place in the division, so extending that lead is crucial.
Milwaukee’s bats heated up early, as Yelich hit a lead-off double, and Willy Adames followed that up by cranking a two-run home run to center field, giving the Crew an early 2-0 lead. Adrian Houser pitched a shut-out six innings and only allowed two hits during his outing.