Ending their recent run of playoff frustration earned the Milwaukee Brewers a new nickname from their manager.

Pat Murphy has referred to his team as the “Average Joes,” a nod to their small-market status and lack of big names. The Brewers beat the rival Chicago Cubs 3-1 in the decisive fifth game of their NL Division Series on Saturday night.

Now, the Brewers get another NLCS matchup with the defending World Series champion Dodgers, who beat the Philadelphia Phillies in four games in the other NL Division Series. Game 1 is Monday at Milwaukee as the Brewers chase their first pennant since 1982 — back when they played in the American League.

The sellout crowd roared before the game when the scoreboard video showed a fan holding a sign with the message: “Do It For Bob Uecker,” the long-t

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