Baseball Team Wins Streak Continues: Brewers Edge Past Struggling Mets by 3-2, Marking 7th Victory in Row
Brewers Secure 3-2 Victory Against Mets Thanks to Blake Perkins' Game-Ending Play
On August 8, 2025, Blake Perkins made a crucial game-ending defensive play to secure a 3-2 win for the Milwaukee Brewers against the New York Mets. Playing center field, Perkins fielded a ground ball and made a one-hop throw to catcher William Contreras, who tagged Starling Marte just before he touched the plate, ending the game.
The throw, clocked at 96.9 mph, covered about 243 feet from center field to home plate. The out came with two outs in the top of the 9th inning, preserving the Brewers' lead in a 1-1 tie at that moment after Marte doubled and Jeff McNeil singled.
The Mets challenged the call, but video replay confirmed Perkins' throw beat Marte's slide to the plate. This defensive highlight was widely regarded as a pivotal moment in the Brewers' victory and a testament to Perkins’ arm strength and fielding prowess.
The Brewers' victory was boosted by key offensive contributions. Brice Turang hit a two-run homer, and a go-ahead run was scored on a bases-loaded hit-by-pitch. Brandon Woodruff earned the win with strong pitching despite allowing solo homers to Starling Marte and Juan Soto earlier in the game. Trevor Megill earned his 27th save.
The Brewers, who have won seven consecutive games, improved to a major league-best 71-44 for the season. The three-game series between the Brewers and Mets continues on Saturday. The scheduled pitcher for the Brewers is RHP Tobias Myers (1-1, 4.30 ERA).
Brandon Woodruff has allowed seven homers but only nine runs through his six starts this season. The error by Mets' pitcher Senga allowed the Brewers to begin their rally in the fifth inning. Jeff McNeil singled to center in the ninth inning for the Mets.
The news of the Brewers' 3-2 victory over the Mets on August 8, 2025, dominated sports headlines, with Blake Perkins' game-ending play receiving widespread acclaim. In the world of MLB baseball, Perkins' throw, clocked at 96.9 mph, from center field to home plate, was a testament to his arm strength and fielding prowess.
