“So Freaking Hard to Do”: Ex-Brewers Pro Explains Why Milwaukee Could Struggle After World Series Win

Former Milwaukee Brewers catcher Erik Kratz believes the team deserved their 2026 championship, but repeating it in 2027 will demand much more. The Brewers finished 2026 with baseball’s best record (103-59), then swept the Dodgers before beating the Rays in five games. They won their first World Series in franchise history, giving Milwaukee fans a long-awaited celebration. Kratz ranked them first in his final 2026 power rankings, saying they proved him right. Yet his early 2027 ranking reflects how quickly championship expectations can change.