The New York Yankees are riding a wave of momentum. Fresh off a dominant 6-1 homestand—where they swept the Orioles and took two of three from the Rangers—the Bombers boast the American League's best record at 26-12. Now, they're hitting the road for a nine-game trip, starting with a three-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field.
If history is any guide, Yankees fans have plenty to look forward to. The last time New York visited Milwaukee in 2024, they exploded for 15 runs in back-to-back games and nearly swept the series, only falling in an 11-inning opener. And who could forget last season's home opener in the Bronx, where the Yankees swept the Brewers while smashing home run records? This weekend promises more fireworks, especially with Carlos Rodón making his season debut in the series finale on Sunday.
The Brewers, meanwhile, find themselves in the thick of a five-team scrum in the NL Central. At 19-16, they sit in third place behind the Cubs and a resurgent Cardinals squad they just faced on the road. Milwaukee has a knack for punching above its weight, but this year's roster feels more mid-tier than magical. Still, their pitching staff is no joke, and they're throwing some of their best arms at the Yankees' lineup.
Max Fried will take the mound for New York in the opener. Last time out against Baltimore, he didn't have his sharpest stuff, grinding through 5.1 innings with three runs allowed and six strikeouts. It's easy to forget that Fried's first start as a Yankee came in that wild 20-run, nine-homer game—a performance that was quickly overshadowed by the offensive explosion. This time, he'll look to lock in from the start.
On the other side, Milwaukee counters with Jacob Misiorowski—affectionately known as "The Miz." The towering right-hander became a sensation after his call-up last June, even earning a trip to the All-Star Game to showcase his electric stuff to a national audience. While his rookie season ended with mixed results, he's off to a strong start in 2026 and will be a tough test for the Yankees' bats.
With Rodón's return adding intrigue and both teams hungry for a series win, this weekend in Milwaukee is shaping up to be a must-watch. Grab your Yankees gear and settle in—this one's going to be a battle.