The Brewers didn't wait to see if their playoff hopes evaporated completely before eliminating what may have been the been the biggest factor in the late-season collapse, manager Ned Yost.
Dale Sveum ("swain") (3B coach) will manage the rest of the season.
The Brewers lost 11 of their last 14 including a four-game sweep by Philadelphia. The Phillies are now tied with Milwaukee for the NL wild card lead.
