Andrew Vaughn’s move from Chicago to Milwaukee sparked a late-season breakout, slashing .308/.375/.493 in 64 games and delivering a decisive tiebreaking homer in Game 5 to push Milwaukee past Chicago. Jacob Misiorowski arrived with electric velocity, earned a second win in the series, and showcased elite fastball heat (peaking 104.3 mph) to anchor the Brewers in the NLDS despite a midseason slump.

Trade moves intertwining Vaughn and Misiorowski with the Brewers’ rotation reshaped expectations: Civale’s bullpen shift, Vaughn’s disciplined approach, and Misiorowski’s resilience created a postseason-ready mix. The duo’s performance elevated Milwaukee’s odds, turning a midseason fix into a playoff catalyst and signaling a new era of depth and upside in Milwaukee’s pitching and lineup.