Fielder's heroics propel Brewers to win

 
Brewers starter Dave Bush and Pirates starter Paul Maholm treated the Milwaukee fans to a pitchers' duel, allowing just two runs between them. But despite Maholm's great outing, Prince Fielder was able to capitalize against the Pittsburgh bullpen, giving the Brewers a 2-1 win Saturday night at Miller Park. [link]

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