Pat Murphy's latest speech should have Brewers fans ready to run through a wall

The 2025 postseason is right around the corner. Already, we know that the Milwaukee Brewers will be in the NLDS, bypassing the Wild Card Series. Their discipline, style of play, and commitment to the little things helped them earn a first-round bye and overall the best record in baseball, which, should they hold onto it for the final two games of the season, will guarantee them home-field advantage throughout the entirety of the playoffs.

Similar to last year, the Brewers have found success in unconventional ways, leaning less on raw power and more on fundamentals. Rather than relying on a lineup stacked with sluggers, Milwaukee has simplified its offensive approach to focusing on getting on base, applying pressure with smart, aggressive baserunning, and capitalizing on small-ball opportunities.

It’s a formula that doesn’t light up the highlight reels but has proven effective in grinding out wins and manufacturing runs when it matters most. In an era dominated by home runs and strikeouts, the Brewers have embraced a less conventional style of play, and it's paid off.

At a free fan rally advertised as Postseason Pocket Pancakes, held in the Yount Parking Lot at American Family Field, manager Pat Murphy delivered a passionate speech to a crowd of 10,000 loyal supporters, sharing the message he’s been giving his team. His words were a clear reflection of the mindset heading into October and is one that should have Brewers fans fired up for the postseason run.

Pat Murphy's latest speech should have Milwaukee Brewers fans ready to run through a wall

Historically, World Series champions have often come from big-market teams with hefty payrolls and lineups stacked with power hitters. Murphy acknowledged that trend during the Postseason Pocket Pancake Rally, but made it clear the Brewers are out to break the mold. “MLB doesn't want us to win. For years, it’s been said that small-market teams that don’t hit a lot of home runs can’t win it all,” Murphy told the crowd, as reported by Brewers insider Hunter Baumgardt on X. “We’re here to prove that you can.”

Looking deeper into Murphy's comments, heading into the final weekend of the regular season, the Brewers sit tied for 20th in home runs, putting them on track to finish in the bottom third of the league in power. However, they’ve made up for it in other key offensive areas, positioning themselves among the top three or four teams in runs scored, hits, walks, and stolen bases.

To back Murphy's comments up about home runs, the past five World Series champions have all ranked fourth or higher in home runs during the regular season. The 2024 Dodgers finished third, the 2023 Rangers tied for third, the 2022 Astros came in fourth, the 2021 Braves ranked third, and the 2020 Dodgers led the league. The last team to buck that trend was the 2019 Nationals, who finished 13th, right around the middle of the pack.

Additionally, the last team to win the World Series while finishing in the bottom half of the league in payroll was the 2003 Marlins. The Brewers rank 23rd in total payroll this season, according to Spotrac, putting them firmly in that category.

So while history may favor big payrolls and home run-heavy lineups, the Brewers are built to challenge that narrative. With Murphy leading the charge, this team is ready to fight for every inch this October, and Brewers fans should be ready to run through a wall right alongside them, because this postseason is about proving that heart, hustle, and friendship can matter more than dollars and dingers.