The Chicago Cubs took on the Milwaukee Brewers at Wrigley Field on October 8, 2025. In a tightly contested game, the Cubs edged out the Brewers with a 4-3 victory. This win improved the Cubs’ record to 2-3, placing them second in the NL Central, while the Brewers, with a 2-0 record, still hold the top spot in the division.
A Scorching Start
The game kicked off under clear skies and a blazing 100-degree temperature with a mild breeze blowing out to right field. Chicago’s offense was electric in the first inning, scoring all four of their runs. The Brewers managed to put a run on the board in the same inning, but it wasn’t enough to catch up with the Cubs’ hot start.
On the mound for the Cubs, Jameson Taillon pitched four innings, allowing five hits and two earned runs while striking out three. Milwaukee’s Quinn Priester struggled in his brief 0.67 innings, giving up four runs, three hits, and a home run, leaving the Brewers in an early hole.
Defensive Battle Unfolds
After the explosive first inning, the game settled into a defensive showcase. Milwaukee added a run in the fourth inning to cut the deficit to 4-2. Chicago’s bullpen stood firm, highlighted by Drew Pomeranz’s solid performance, pitching one inning with two strikeouts and earning the win.
The Cubs’ defense was backed by strong performances at the plate, particularly from Nico Hoerner and Kyle Tucker, each contributing two hits. Milwaukee’s Jack Bauers provided a spark for the Brewers with a two-run homer, accounting for two of the team’s three runs.
Closing it Out
As the game progressed, Milwaukee rallied once more in the seventh inning, adding another run to close the gap to 4-3. However, the Cubs’ bullpen maintained their composure, closing out the game with clean innings from Daniel Palencia and Brad Keller.
Despite the Brewers’ late efforts, the Cubs’ early four-run burst proved insurmountable. Milwaukee’s bullpen did an admirable job keeping the game close, with Jose Quintana pitching three scoreless innings and striking out two.
The offensive stats favored the Cubs, who collected eight hits, while the Brewers managed seven. Both teams played error-free baseball, showcasing their defensive prowess on the field.
This victory marks a crucial step for the Cubs as they try to close the early gap in the NL Central standings. Manager Craig Counsell’s strategic bullpen utilization was pivotal in securing this narrow win.
On the horizon, the Brewers look forward to another meeting with the Cubs, this time as the visiting team at Wrigley Field. The Cubs hope to build on this momentum, while the Brewers aim to bounce back swiftly in the upcoming postseason matchups.
