Cubs Edge Brewers 3-1 in Series Opener

The Milwaukee Brewers edged the Chicago Cubs 1-0 in a tightly contested game, with Brice Turang driving in the only run. Colin Rea started for the Brewers, allowing four hits and striking out eight over five innings, while Trevor Megill secured his 20th save. Cubs' Jameson Taillon pitched well but was replaced after giving up the decisive hit to Turang. In the series opener, the Cubs had won 3-1, with Drew Smyly earning the win in relief as the bullpen shined despite Javier Assad's struggles. The Cubs managed to capitalize on the Brewers' mistakes, with Michael Busch and Mike Tauchman contributing key runs. Both teams are looking to improve as they head into the final game of their three-game series.