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Mitchell Sparks Brewers Past White Sox With Early Rally

PUBLISHED Mar 28, 2026, 11:56 PM ET

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Milwaukee — On Saturday night at American Family Field, Garrett Mitchell hit two singles, drove in two runs and stole two bases as the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Chicago White Sox 6-1, while Munetaka Murakami homered for Chicago during the fourth inning. The loss left the White Sox 0-2 this week; manager Will Venable called for defensive improvements after miscues and a throwing error contributed to Milwaukee's early lead, while Brewers contributors Christian Yelich and Brice Turang added key hits to secure the victory.

By Emily Rhodes | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

December: Murakami signs two-year, $34 million deal after eight NPB seasons.
Thursday: Murakami debuts for White Sox and homers in a 14-2 loss.
Saturday: Brewers score three runs in first inning; Mitchell drives in two.
Saturday: Murakami hits solo homer in fourth; Brewers add insurance runs.
Postgame: White Sox manager Will Venable urges defensive cleanup; Sox sit 0-2.

News Intelligence

The Brewers' victory over the White Sox is a testament to the importance of a strong defense in baseball. If you're a fan, this game is a reminder to keep an eye on your team's defensive performance. It can make or break a game.

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Who Benefited

The Milwaukee Brewers benefited directly: Garrett Mitchell delivered two singles, two RBIs and two stolen bases, Christian Yelich had three hits, Brice Turang supplied multiple extra-base hits, and relief/position players provided insurance runs that secured a 6-1 victory.

Who Impacted

The Chicago White Sox suffered from defensive miscues and a throwing error that led to multiple Milwaukee runs; the mistakes contributed to a 6-1 loss and left the Sox 0-2 to begin the season, according to manager Will Venable.

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