Brewers beat Dodgers 7-4 in NLCS Game 2, taking a 2-0 series lead

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The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 7-4 on Monday in Game 2 of the National League Championship Series. William Contreras hit a tying homer in the fifth inning and singled in the go-ahead run in the sixth. The Brewers now lead the best-of-seven series 2-0 over the reigning champion Dodgers. Coverage differs in emphasis: some outlets focus on Milwaukee's bid for its first World Series since 1982, others on the Brewers' bullpen, and one on the wider playoff field and expert predictions.

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Left GUThe Guardian USBrewers two wins from first World Series since 1982 as Contreras skewers Dodgers

Frames the win as a step toward Milwaukee's first World Series since 1982, with Contreras's hitting as the highlight.

Alternative ESPNESPNWho is going to the World Series? Expert predictions for ALCS, NLCS

Places the game within the broader playoff field, pairing it with expert predictions for the ALCS and NLCS.

Right WTWashington TimesContreras delivers, Milwaukee's bullpen shines as Brewers top Dodgers in NLCS Game 2

Centers the victory on Contreras and Milwaukee's bullpen, highlighting the Brewers' pitching performance.