The Milwaukee Brewers are playing solid baseball, even after trading Freddy Peralta to the New York Mets. They are 7-3 in their last 10 games and are just 2 1/2 games behind the Chicago Cubs in the crowded National League Central. The Brewers have been able to remain successful despite some very big losses over the years, but it ultimately proves that teams can win with a small-market approach. After 41 games, the Brewers are 24-17 on the season. There is still a lot of time left, but the Brewers look like a threat yet again. Here is what is real and what is fake about this team after completing a quarter of the 2026 season. Real: The Rotation's Success May 8, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski (32) celebrates after earning the final out of the sixth inning against the New York Yankees at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images | Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images The Brewers starting rotation has taken some hits this season.…