Cubs Narrow NL Central Gap Sweeping Brewers in 5-Game Series

The Chicago Cubs have gained momentum against the Milwaukee Brewers, recently sweeping a day-night doubleheader and winning five of their last six meetings in the National League Central division. The Cubs clinched the season series 7-5, narrowing the Brewers' division lead to six games despite Milwaukee's overall stronger record and second-best batting average in MLB. Key contributors for the Cubs include Michael Busch, who drove in three runs with a crucial double, and Matt Shaw, who hit his 11th home run and made a key defensive play. Brewers' rookie pitcher Jacob Misiorowski struggled in his starts against the Cubs, while Chicago's Colin Rea managed effective outings contributing to the Cubs' success. Despite the Brewers' recent three-game losing streak and injury concerns, they maintain a strong offensive and pitching presence led by Christian Yelich and Brice Turang. The upcoming series finale at Wrigley Field remains pivotal as the Cubs continue to challenge the division leaders.