MLB: Milwaukee 7, Philadelphia 5

MILWAUKEE, Sept. 27 (UPI) -- Ryan Braun's late two-run homer Saturday carried Milwaukee to a 7-5 victory over Philadelphia.

Braun's third hit, his 30th home run, snapped a 5-5 tie with no outs in the bottom of the ninth.

Craig Counsell had three hits -- one a two-run sixth-inning single.

Felipe Lopez had two hits and one RBI, while Prince Fielder hit a sacrifice fly for the Brewers, who have won two of three in the four-game series.

The winner was closer Trevor Hoffman (2-2).

Philadelphia's Ryan Howard had three hits -- one a solo homer, his 43rd this season.

Paul Bako had two hits -- one a two-run second-inning homer.

Pedro Feliz had two hits and one RBI, and Jayson Werth hit a sacrifice fly for the Phillies, whose NL East lead over Atlanta fell to five games.

The losing pitcher was Tyler Walker (2-1).