Chicago Cubs Clinch Season Series with 4-3 Win over Milwaukee Brewers

The Milwaukee Brewers, leading the NL Central, faced the Chicago Cubs aiming to break a three-game road losing streak but were defeated 4-3 by the Cubs on Wednesday night at Wrigley Field. Chicago's victory, their third straight over Milwaukee this season, was propelled by rookie Matt Shaw, who contributed an 11-pitch walk, a critical defensive play, and an eighth-inning solo home run that proved to be the game-winner. Michael Busch also made a significant impact with a three-run double in the third inning following Shaw's walk that loaded the bases. Brewers starter Jacob Misiorowski struggled with control, issuing three consecutive walks before Busch's big hit, while Cubs starter Colin Rea pitched effectively despite walking the bases loaded early. The Cubs clinched the season series against the Brewers with this win, narrowing Milwaukee's division lead to six games. The Brewers saw key players like Brice Turang and Christian Yelich contribute offensively, but the team dropped its first three-game losing streak since early May.