Chicago Cubs vs Milwaukee Brewers — Recap

📰Game Recap

The Chicago Cubs pulled off an extra-inning upset against the favored Milwaukee Brewers, overcoming an early deficit and securing a decisive rally in the tenth. After a tightly contested game that saw strong pitching from both sides, the Cubs broke a late tie to clinch the victory.

Milwaukee initially seized the lead in the second inning when Gary Sanchez launched a solo home run to left field. Brewers starter Brandon Woodruff stifled the Cubs' offense for much of the game, holding them scoreless through 5.2 innings and striking out six. Chicago finally broke through in the seventh, as Happ scored on a wild pitch by Ashby, knotting the game at one run apiece and sending it to extra innings.

The decisive blow came in the top of the tenth inning, where the Cubs pushed across three runs. Dean scored the go-ahead run on a walk issued to Busch, a play that was upheld after a Milwaukee challenge. Suzuki followed with a crucial single to left field, driving in both Bregman and Crow-Armstrong and extending the lead. The Brewers mounted a comeback attempt in the bottom of the frame, with Yelich's single bringing home Ortiz and Mitchell's walk scoring Yelich, but their rally ultimately fell short.

Chicago's ability to capitalize on opportunities in the tenth inning, especially after being shut down for significant portions of the game, proved to be the difference. The Cubs' persistent offense, despite facing strong pitching early, allowed them to claim the upset victory on the road. The Chicago Cubs improved to 69-50, while the Milwaukee Brewers fell to 73-45.