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Mason Miller says he broke 'cardinal rule' in Padres' Game 2 loss to Brewers
San Diego Union-Tribune • • general
Key Points:
- Mason Miller, the Padres' All-Star closer, blew a save in Game 2 of the NL Division Series against the Brewers, walking three batters in the ninth inning and allowing a walk-off hit that led to a 4-3 loss.
- Miller struggled with control late in the game, walking the bases loaded before giving up a decisive 101 mph fastball single to Jackson Chourio.
- This was Miller’s third blown save in his last 14 appearances and fourth of the season, contributing to the Padres falling behind 2-0 in the best-of-five series.
- Despite the setback, Miller acknowledged the difficulty of his role and expressed determination to rebound and help the Padres in Game 3 at Petco Park.
- Miller had a strong regular season, leading all relievers with 129 strikeouts and tying for the NL lead with 38 saves, but his recent struggles have put the Padres in a tough position against the 103-win Brewers.
