The Milwaukee Brewers faced a heartbreaking end to their season as closer Devin Williams allowed a three-run homer to Pete Alonso in the ninth inning, leading to a 4-2 defeat against the New York Mets in the NL wild-card series.
Williams, who had been a reliable closer throughout the season, took full responsibility for the loss, expressing disappointment in letting his teammates down. Despite the loss, Brewers manager Pat Murphy praised Williams' performance over the years.
The game highlighted the close-knit nature of the Brewers, as players rallied around Williams, emphasizing that the loss was a team effort. The Brewers' playoff journey ended, marking another missed opportunity for a franchise that has faced challenges in postseason play.