Chicago Cubs vs. Milwaukee Brewers - August 19, 2025

MIL

4

FinalAug 18

6

CHC

Recap

Box Score

Plays

Social

Standings

Scoring Summary

Teams

Brewers logo, Brewers 79-46, 1 0, 2 0, 3 0, 4 1, 5 1, 6 2, 7 0, 8 0, 9 0, R 4, H 8, E 1

Brewers(79-46)

Cubs logo, Cubs 71-54, 1 2, 2 0, 3 3, 4 0, 5 0, 6 1, 7 0, 8 0, 9 0, R 6, H 8, E 0

Cubs(71-54)

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

R

H

E

0

0

0

1

1

2

0

0

0

4

8

1

2

0

3

0

0

1

0

0

0

6

8

0

Pitching

WinnerM. Boyd (12-6)

LoserC. Patrick (3-8)

SaveD. Palencia (17)

Scoring

See All

Top 4Christian Yelich homers to right field.

Bot 3Willi Castro homers to right field. Pete Crow-Armstrong scores. Seiya Suzuki scores.

Bot 1Owen Caissie singles to right field. Willi Castro to third. Pete Crow-Armstrong scores. Seiya Suzuki scores.

What's Buzzing

Go to Social

Adam McCalvy

15m

Best closer in baseball Bottom of the 9th Bases loaded Two outs Two strikes Down by a run Jackson Chourio delivered a moment Milwaukee fans will never forget. 🧵 of MLB dot com’s G2 coverage with @AJCassavell @m_sheldon @JessicaCamerato @by_ZachSweet https://t.co/mUbAeS6gTP

View on X

Bleacher Nation

16m

Watching as Another Kid Really Enjoys His Balloon and Other Cubs Bullets https://t.co/1H1v0CDo2j

View on X

Patrick Mooney

55m

Ian Happ can see the writing on the wall, this close to becoming a first-time free agent. Jed Hoyer says “everything’s on the table” for the Cubs heading into a pivotal offseason. Where things stand in October: https://t.co/k5rrHotWqA

View on X

Al Yellon

1h

Good morning! Here's your Monday selection of #MLB news and notes, by BCB's Josh Timmers. https://t.co/5DiB40krUI

View on X

Bleacher Nation

1h

For the Second Offseason in a Row, There is a Shota Imanaga Question https://t.co/ys9ADdz9WV

View on X

04:55

Brewers vs. Cubs Highlights

Full recap from Chicago's 6-4 win vs. Milwaukee 🎥

Bleacher Report•2h

Realistic MLB Trades That Could Happen In 2026-27 Offseason ✈️Assessing how the Guardians and Cubs could make a move ➡️

www.bleachernation.com•1h

For the Second Offseason in a Row, There is a Shota Imanaga Question - Bleacher NationThis is the second offseason in a row where there's an open question about Shota Imanaga's possible return to the Cubs.

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•1h

Chicago Cubs history unpacked — October 5Happy Birthday, Rey Sanchez!

cubbiescrib.com•2h

3 essential pieces of the Chicago Cubs future, and 2 players on the discard pile With massive roster turnover ahead, here are 3 vital players for the Chicago Cubs' 2027 season and 2 players they should move on from.

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•7h

MLB News Outside the Confines: The Postseason hits the roofAll the news from the playoffs, including Drew Rasmussen, Ty France and the Brewers.

www.bleachernation.com•7h

Free Agents by Velo, NPB Options, Happ, AFL Opening Night, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationGood morning, Bleacher Nation.

reviewingthebrew.com•10h

3 overlooked moments from the Brewers' electrifying Game 2 victory over PadresThe Milwaukee Brewers defeated the San Diego Padres in Game 2 of the NLDS on Sunday afternoon in improbable fashion. Facing the best closer in the game, Mason M

reviewingthebrew.com•11h

Uncharacteristic defense leads to characteristic Brewers comeback in Game 2 of NLDSThe Milwaukee Brewers are known for doing the little things right. Attention to detail, hustle, awareness, fundamentals -- these are all points of emphasis for

00:15

Brewers Walk-Off Field View 🤩 (via @MLB/X)

October magic in Milwaukee

00:23

Brewers SHOCK Padres in Game 2 😱

Chourio gets huge hit off Mason Miller for win

Bleacher Report•14h

Brewers Stun Padres in Game 2 😧Milwaukee gets clutch hit with 2 outs in 9th to go up 2-0 in NLDS

Chourio Clutch Catch 😮‍💨

FOX Sports: MLB

14h

@MLBONFOX

Fernando Tatis Jr. just misses a 9th inning solo shot. 📺: FS1

View on X

cubbiescrib.com•15h

Until Jed Hoyer and Tom Ricketts face hard truth, Cubs are destined to keep disappointing us allThe Chicago Cubs must take a long, hard look in the mirror this winter and, unless Jed Hoyer and Tom Ricketts face the facts, more disappointment lies ahead.

Brewers Bouncing Back 👀

B/R Walk-Off

16h

@BRWalkoff

Sal Frelick puts the Brewers on the board in the 5th 👏 (via @MLB)

View on X

Brewers Over-the-Shoulder Catch 😯

Milwaukee Brewers

16h

@Brewers

A ridiculous catch from David Hamilton: 🔵 99th percentile sprint speed (26.2 ft/s) 🔵 107-ft of ground covered

View on X

reviewingthebrew.com•17h

Brewers NLDS Game 2 notes: Logan Henderson rematch, Michael King matchup, bullpen availabilityThe Milwaukee Brewers won a thriller on Saturday night to take a 1-0 series lead over the San Diego Padres in the National League Division Series, and their rew

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•17h

MLB Division Series: Padres at Brewers, Braves at DodgersOn to Game 2 for the NL Division Series!

Bleacher Report•18h

Brewers Open Roof for Game 2Milwaukee making change to stadium after controversial Ty France out 📸

Brewers NLDS Game 2 Lineup 📝

Milwaukee Brewers

20h

@Brewers

Bring on Game 2 📺: FS1 📻: WTMJ #WinOurWay

View on X

www.brewcrewball.com•19h

A (Brief) History of Balls Hitting The RoofBaseball is weird.

cubbiescrib.com•19h

Cubs can't seriously change their core philosophy without confronting Jed Hoyer questionChange has to start from the top, meaning Chicago Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer needs to re-think how he builds his teams this offseason.

cubbiescrib.com•22h

Shota Imanaga pours his heart out to Cubs fans with an offseason goodbye feeling necessaryThe 2026 Chicago Cubs' season didn't end in the way anyone wanted. After two lifeless games against the San Diego Padres in the wild card after a rough Septembe

Bleacher Report•22h

Brewers Admin Trolls Padres 🤭Roofs are definitely a sore subject right now 📸

Bleacher Report•23h

Padres, Brewers Weigh In on Controversial HR-Foul CallTy France speaks on 'game-changing swing' that could have been HR

cubbiescrib.com•1d

Ian Happ delivers emotional Cubs message that sounds like farewell despite signs of returnIan Happ continues to sound like someone who realizes that his future in baseball may not be with the Chicago Cubs. Marking potentially his final home game at W

Bleacher Report•1d

Every Playoff Team's October X-Factor ❌Each squad's key to crushing the MLB postseason

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•1d

Chicago Cubs news — Counsell, Hoyer, HappThis is a gesture from Craig Counsell that he hopes to do less frequently and with a more effective bullpen in 2027.

cubbiescrib.com•1d

Cubs face painful Tarik Skubal free agency reality after Jeff Passan's latest intelIt's best to rip the band-aid off now.

reviewingthebrew.com•1d

Jackson Chourio's record-breaking NLDS home run cements status as Brewers' postseason legendJackson Chourio is just 22 years old. On Saturday night, he kicked off just his third postseason run. And yet, the young star outfielder has already earned the

www.brewcrewball.com•1d

Jackson Chourio, William Contreras lift Brewers to Game 1 win that comes down to the wireThe Brewers get a 3-2 win over the Padres in Game 1 with some heroics from two of their biggest stars.

reviewingthebrew.com•1d

Brewers benefit from fluke play, take Game 1 of NLDS in nail-biterWould it have been gone? That's the question most fans of the San Diego Padres will be asking themselves for the foreseeable future, after a fluke play broke t

Bleacher Report•1d

Brewers Top Padres in Game 1 ✅Milwaukee holds off San Diego as drama caps off finish

Bleacher Report•1d

MLB Division Series Game 1 Recap 🎬Results, top highlights and more from every matchup Saturday 📲

Megill Big Strikeout on Tatis ⛽

FOX Sports: MLB

1d

@MLBONFOX

GOT HIM! Trevor Megill comes in with two runners on and two outs and strikes out Tatis Jr. on 3 pitches! 📺: FS1

View on X

Clutch Contreras HR in 7th ‼️

B/R Walk-Off

1d

@BRWalkoff

WILLIAM CONTRERAS GO-AHEAD HOMER 🔥

View on X

Ump Cam of Contreras Dart 🎯

MLB

1d

@MLB

William Contreras' dart via Ump Cam 🤯

View on X

Miz Fired up After Strikeout 😤

FOX Sports: MLB

1d

@MLBONFOX

Jacob Misiorowski is FIRED UP 📺: FS1

View on X

Chourio 2-Run HR Equalizer 🍺

B/R Walk-Off

1d

@BRWalkoff

JACKSON CHOURIO 💪 We have a tie game in Milwaukee 👀 (via @MLB)

View on X

Miz Hits 104.8 MPH in NLDS 🥵

MLB

1d

@MLB

JACOB MISIOROWSKI 105 MPH TO START THE GAME WELCOME TO THE NLDS 🔥

View on X

reviewingthebrew.com•1d

Brandon Woodruff's revealed timeline gives Brewers even more motivation this postseasonIt's been quite the year for long-time Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Brandon Woodruff. After securing the largest single-season salary of his career, and t

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•1d

MLB Division Series: Yankees at Rays, Padres at BrewersHere’s all the info for Saturday’s Division Series night games.

reviewingthebrew.com•1d

Brewers prioritize late-game matchups with starting lineup for Game 1 of NLDSUnder three hours remain until the Milwaukee Brewers will kick off their highly anticipated 2026 postseason run. The Brewers, owners of a franchise-record-break

cubbiescrib.com•1d

Alex Bregman's blunt 2026 Cubs assessment should serve as wake up call for Jed HoyerDon't let this fall on deaf ears.

Brewers NLDS Game 1 Lineup 📝

Milwaukee Brewers

1d

@Brewers

The squad behind Miz for Game 1 📺: FS1 📻: WTMJ #WinOurWay

View on X

www.brewcrewball.com•1d

MLB Trade Rumors projects $59.1 million for sixteen arbitration-eligible BrewersContreras, Turang, Vaughn, and Megill all expected to earn at least $8MM next season

cubbiescrib.com•1d

Cubs' longtime Bryce Harper dream gets new life after Phillies' stunning playoff exitIf the Philadelphia Phillies entertain trading Bryce Harper, it's worth wondering if the Chicago Cubs would still have interest in the former MVP.

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•1d

MLB Division Series: White Sox at Guardians, Braves at DodgersWelcome to the next round of the 2026 Postseason.

www.brewcrewball.com•1d

Brewers announce NLDS rosterHarrison makes a roster that doesn’t include any major surprises

reviewingthebrew.com•1d

Why Jake Bauers is confident in his approach, Brewers' chances in October this yearAt 30 years old, Milwaukee Brewers' first-baseman and corner outfielder Jake Bauers not only turned in his best season on the field by a fair margin, he also em

reviewingthebrew.com•1d

Brewers announce 2026 NLDS roster complete with stacked pitching staffIn general, when faced with a best-of-five postseason series, MLB teams elect to carry 12 pitchers and 14 position players on their roster. The only restriction

cubbiescrib.com•1d

Willson Contreras' Red Sox frustration echoes a problem that fueled his Cubs' exitWillson Contreras has a problem with how the Boston Red Sox rely on data - the same qualm that reportedly arose near the end of his Chicago Cubs tenure.

Bleacher Report•2d

World Series Odds 🎲Breaking down final 8 teams' chances before divisional series begin ➡️

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•1d

2026 Cubs final season grades: PitchersThis was one of the worst Cubs pitching seasons in recent memory.

cubbiescrib.com•1d

Cubs Rumors: Blue Jays already circling Seiya Suzuki reveals an uphill climb for ChicagoThe Chicago Cubs will face competition for Seiya Suzuki this offseason, and one his expected bidders will be the Toronto Blue Jays.

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•2d

Chicago Cubs news — Hoerner, Suzuki, HappNico Hoerner was the only effective hitter in the Wild Card series. His ninth-inning double was the Cubs’ last shot.

reviewingthebrew.com•2d

Overview of Brewers' regular season performance against Padres ahead of NLDS matchup The highly anticipated NLDS matchup between the Milwaukee Brewers and San Diego Padres gets underway tonight. The two recent postseason regulars six times durin

cubbiescrib.com•2d

4 teams Cubs need to call and have trade talks with as soon as the 2026 MLB playoffs are overThe Chicago Cubs will need to work the phones quickly this offseason, considering a work stoppage looms on December 1.

cubbiescrib.com•2d

Cubs get accountability from Jed Hoyer for bullpen failures but few answers on solutionJed Hoyer owned the failures of the Chicago Cubs' bullpen last season, but offered little context for how the strategy will change.

Bleacher Report•2d

Cubs to Prioritize PitchingJed Hoyer says team will focus on an 'acquisition' in the winter after postseason loss

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•2d

A Cub fan’s guide to the Division SeriesSadly, this time without the Cubs

reviewingthebrew.com•2d

Constructing Pat Murphy's reliever trust tree heading into Brewers' 2026 postseason runThe Milwaukee Brewers approached every regular-season game with Pat Murphy’s “win tonight” mentality, a mindset that helped them maintain their intensity throug

reviewingthebrew.com•2d

Pat Murphy offers Joey Ortiz NLDS roster update Brewers fans have been waiting forThe Milwaukee Brewers have an unfortunate history of late-season injuries preceding postseason runs. September injuries to Christian Yelich and Brandon Woodruff

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•2d

Jed Hoyer: ‘We let an opportunity slip away’The Cubs President of Baseball Operations had his end-of-season presser Friday and said many things Cubs fans have felt all year.

www.bleachernation.com•2d

The Chicago Cubs Are "Unlikely" to Win a Bidding War for Impending Free Agent Seiya Suzuki - Bleacher NationThe upcoming free agent class is threadbare on the positional side, and Seiya Suzuki is going to get PAID.

www.bleachernation.com•2d

Jed Hoyer's 2026 End of Season Press Conference - Bleacher NationChicago Cubs President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer is holding court today with the media, wrapping up the 2026 season.

www.bleachernation.com•2d

Building the Back of a Bullpen, Rooftop Lawsuit Win, Old Friend Transactions, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationWe didn't really get to see (much of) Ryan Zeferjahn really rocking this year, but I will say I am glad he'll be back in 2027.

www.bleachernation.com•2d

Cubs Free Agents 2026: A Lot of Players, Even More ImpactThere are a LOT of Chicago Cubs free agents to be this winter. Volume and impact. Let's talk about who's leaving and how.

cubbiescrib.com•2d

Jed Hoyer repeats familiar Cubs pitching message before revealing one important changeJed Hoyer confirmed the Chicago Cubs will be focused on pitching this offseason, but offered a tiny hope for the process changing.

Bleacher Report•2d

ABS Challenge Success Rate 📈How every MLB team did in first season with system 📲

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•2d

2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Alex Bregman wins the Rizzo Award!A look at the full Heroes and Goats standings for the 2026 season and the history of the Rizzo Award.

cubbiescrib.com•2d

Seiya Suzuki's latest Cubs comments sound more like a farewell than simple reflectionSeiya Suzuki's honest reflection is his time with the Chicago Cubs feels like a farewell ahead of his free agency.

Bleacher Report•3d

MLB Divisional Round Picks 🔮How the Brewers will fare in October ➡️

reviewingthebrew.com•2d

How matchup with Padres could impact Brewers' NLDS pitching strategy Despite both teams’ impressive number of postseason appearances in recent years, the Milwaukee Brewers, who have reached the playoffs six times since 2020, and

cubbiescrib.com•2d

Craig Counsell isn't going anywhere but Cubs coaching staff could see first offseason shakeupCraig Counsell isn't going anywhere, but changes to his coaching staff with the Chicago Cubs could be on the horizon this offseason.

Bleacher Report•3d

Luis Arraez Landing Spots 📍The best fits for Philly's star second baseman 📲

Bleacher Report•2d

MLB Rules Out Grand Teton GameRob Manfred won't pursue idea after doing 'due diligence' (The Athletic)

www.brewcrewball.com•2d

2026 MLB Division Series PreviewThe Brewers are in action this weekend as the four Division Series kick off on Saturday

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•2d

2026 Cubs final season grades: Position playersHere are my thoughts on Cubs hitting performances for the season just completed.

cubbiescrib.com•2d

Jed Hoyer left his comfort zone for Clay Holmes, Edward Cabrera and got nothing when it matteredJed Hoyer's biggest moves backfired at the very time the Chicago Cubs need them the most, leading to questions about the front office's decision making.

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•3d

MLB News: Postseason, Wild Card, Yankees, White Sox, Padres, Torey Lovullo, Sonny GrayPlus, the Red Sox might have been their own worst enemy in the Wild Card

Bleacher Report•3d

Every MLB Team's Biggest Surprise and Disappointment ⚾Breaking down notable highlights and lowlights of the Cubs' 2026 season 📲

www.brewhoop.com•3d

Ranking the Roster: Jamie Jaquez Jr. introduces himself at 4After his best season yet, can Jaquez keep it up with the Bucks?

www.brewcrewball.com•3d

2026 NLDS Series Preview: Milwaukee Brewers vs. San Diego PadresThe league’s two hottest teams face off in the NLDS

reviewingthebrew.com•3d

Complete history of the Milwaukee Brewers' postseason appearancesThe Milwaukee Brewers are about to embark on the 12th postseason run in the 58-year history of their franchise. They are still searching for their first World S

cubbiescrib.com•3d

4 questions the Cubs should be forced to answer after unceremonious Wild Card exitThe Chicago Cubs are once again in a familiar position filled with disappointment, and it's time for a hard conversation.

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•3d

Chicago Cubs history unpacked — October 2Happy Birthday, Rafael Lopez!

cubbiescrib.com•3d

Cubs' Wild Card meltdown is team's worst postseason implosion in nearly 20 yearsThe Chicago Cubs were swept out of the 2026 MLB playoffs, recalling memories of regular season success followed by postseason disappointment in 2007 and 2008.

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•3d

MLB Wild Card Series Game 3: Phillies at Braves, Thursday 10/1, 7 p.m. CTOne more game between Philadelphia and Atlanta to decide who faces the Dodgers in the Division Series.

cubbiescrib.com•3d

Cubs' Wild Card collapse opens door for Jed Hoyer to revisit painfully familiar narrativeThe Chicago Cubs' slumped at the end of the season, leading to being swept by the San Diego Padres in the Wild Card, and it's a familiar trend.

reviewingthebrew.com•3d

How Brewers starters Jacob Misiorowski and Logan Henderson fared against the Padres this yearThe Milwaukee Brewers will begin their first-ever postseason matchup with the San Diego Padres on Saturday night in what is bound to be an electric series betwe

cubbiescrib.com•3d

Pete Crow-Armstrong, Alex Bregman disappeared when the Cubs needed them mostIf the Chicago Cubs were going to pull off a miracle act against the San Diego Padres this week, it was likely going to be due to the efforts of Pete Crow-Armst

reviewingthebrew.com•3d

Brewers still face several key roster decisions ahead of NLDS matchup with PadresThe Milwaukee Brewers’ officially have a date with the red-hot San Diego Padres in the NLDS. As the Brewers enjoy their five days off between the end of the reg

www.bleachernation.com•3d

Alex Bregman Did Something This Week That He's Never Done Before in the Postseason - Bleacher NationPretty incredible that Alex Bregman ALWAYS makes the postseason, and (almost) ALWAYS contributes.

Bleacher Report•4d

Kevin Gausman, Shota Imanaga's Top Suitors 🛬Where Cubs' top SP free agents could end up signing ➡️

www.bleachernation.com•3d

Was That Ian Happ's Last Game as a Chicago Cub? Were These Words His Farewell? - Bleacher NationIan Happ is the longest-tenured Chicago Cub right now, but he's a free agent after this season for the first time in his career.

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•3d

2026 Cubs Playoff Heroes and Goats: Nico Hoerner is the Superhero vs. the PadresThe Cubs season comes to an end in a 4-1 loss to the Padres.

www.brewhoop.com•3d

Bibliosmia and Absolutes: Name your role-playing starting fives (Part II)Part hippocampus, part amygdala. All truth. Mostly.

cubbiescrib.com•3d

Tyler Mahle's Wild Card brilliance calls Cubs' Kevin Gausman decision into questionThe Chicago Cubs had interest in Tyler Mahle at the trade deadline, but instead acquired Kevin Gausman and Clay Holmes in moves that have come into question.

reviewingthebrew.com•3d

Jackson Chourio's chance at Brewers' postseason history proves he rises to the occasion in OctoberAt just 22 years old, Jackson Chourio is no stranger to the big moment. From consistently competing as the youngest player at every level throughout his rise th

www.bleachernation.com•3d

Over From the Jump, Addressable Failings, Offense Evaporates, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationAt least it wasn't some heartbreaking moment that ended the Cubs' season. Just an ugly couple games with almost nothing redeeming to which to point that even could have had a shot at producing a win.

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•3d

Chicago Cubs news — Boyd, Hoerner, SuzukiNico Hoerner broke up a no-hit bid, then singled to load the bases in the ninth, but it was too late.

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•3d

Padres 4, Cubs 1: Farewell to 2026, and on to an uncertain 2027The Cubs barely showed up in San Diego.

(via @MLB, @NBC Sports, h/t lazarusa57/X)

00:23

www.bleachernation.com•4d

And it Ends with a Whimper: Padres 4, Cubs 1 - September 30, 2026 - Bleacher NationIf there was one thing the Cubs couldn't afford tonight, it was crawling into an early hole. That Padres bullpen is just too good (and was too well-rested)

Bleacher Report•4d

Cubs 2026 Offseason Guide After Playoff Exit 📖How the Cubs should move forward to build a true World Series contender ➡️

www.brewcrewball.com•4d

My All-MLB BallotCheck out one man’s All-MLB selections

reviewingthebrew.com•4d

Brewers to face red-hot Padres in NLDS after Cubs suffer sweep in San DiegoHistory will not repeat itself in 2026. At risk of facing their arch-rivals, the Chicago Cubs, in the postseason for the second consecutive year, the Milwaukee

cubbiescrib.com•4d

14 Cubs players who won't return in 2027 as Jed Hoyer searches for answer to Brewers problemThe Chicago Cubs' 2026 season is over and there are several players who shouldn't be back with the team next season.

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•4d

Cubs Rapid Recap: Cubs season ends meekly with 4-1 loss to PadresThe Cubs season ends with a lackluster defeat in San Diego.

wgntv.com•4d

Gavin Sheets' pinch-hit homer propels dominant Padres past Cubs 4-1 for 2-game Wild Card sweepPinch-hitter Gavin Sheets blasted a two-run homer, five Padres pitchers combined on a five-hitter, and San Diego swept the Chicago Cubs out of the NL Wild Card Series with a 4-1 victory in Game 2 on Wednesday night.

Bleacher Report•4d

1st Padres-Brewers Matchup 🍿Early preview and odds as both teams are set to meet for first time in postseason 📲

Bleacher Report•4d

Padres Sweep Cubs In Wild Card 🎟️San Diego gets revenge from last year. PCA was quiet in both games 📲

Bleacher Report•4d

Wild Card Game 2 Slate Recap ✍️3 out of 4 matchups officially set. Results and top highlights from each Wednesday game 📲

Cubs 1st Postseason Score 🐻

MLB

4d

@MLB

Nico Hoerner delivers an RBI single for the Cubs!

View on X

cubbiescrib.com•4d

Cubs' Kevin Gausman plan for Game 2 vs. Padres may require an unusually quick hookBack against the wall, Kevin Gausman has the unfortunate pleasure of facing some familiar foes.

cubbiescrib.com•4d

Cubs may already need to shift focus to offseason after history delivers brutal Wild Card truthHistory isn't on the Chicago Cubs' side after losing Game 1 of their Wild Card series against the San Diego Padres.

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•4d

MLB Wild Card Series Game 2 preview: Chicago Cubs vs. San Diego Padres, Wednesday 9/30, 9 p.m. CTIt’s win or go home.

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•4d

MLB Wild Card Series Game 2: Cubs vs. Padres Wednesday 9/30 game threadsYour best source for quality Chicago Cubs news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

reviewingthebrew.com•4d

3 things for Brewers fans to watch for in Game 2 of Padres and Cubs' Wild Card SeriesFor the second consecutive postseason, the Milwaukee Brewers await the winner of the San Diego Padres and Chicago Cubs as their opponent in the NLDS. Unlike las

cubbiescrib.com•4d

Cubs have Clay Holmes conundrum with Wild Card elimination looming vs. PadresThe Chicago Cubs are in an awkward spot with Clay Holmes ahead of Game 2 of their Wild Card series against the San Diego Padres.

Cubs Game 2 Lineup 📝

Chicago Cubs

4d

@Cubs

New day, new game. #FlyTheW

View on X

cubbiescrib.com•4d

Wild Card series should remind Cubs why Adrian Morejon is worth splurging on this offseasonAs the Cubs fight for their playoff lives, they should keep an eye on the Padres bullpen for the offseason and consider Adrian Morejon a top priority.

reviewingthebrew.com•4d

Brewers fans feel mixed emotions after Padres emphatic win over Cubs in Wild Card Series openerAfter last year's heart-thumping, nerve-wracking NLDS against the Chicago Cubs, it would probably be for the best if we don't have to go through that again. Yes

www.bleachernation.com•4d

Lol ... Perfect: Kevin Gausman's Shoulder is Still not 100% Healthy Ahead of Tonight's Start - Bleacher NationYeah, that's just about the most on-brand (borderline parody) headline you can imagine for the 2026 Chicago Cubs. But sadly, it's the truth. According to

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•4d

If MLB streams it, baseball fans won’t watchBut maybe that was a blessing for Game 1 of the Wild Card round

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•4d

MLB Wild Card Series Game 2: Phillies at Braves, White Sox at Astros, Red Sox at YankeesThree teams go for a Wild Card sweep today.

www.bleachernation.com•4d

How Often Does the Team that Lost the First Game of the Wild Card Series Go on to Win the Next Two? - Bleacher NationAre the Cubs totally boned, or can they realistically come back in this series?

cubbiescrib.com•4d

Alex Bregman's limitations are handcuffing Craig Counsell's Wild Card lineup decisionsThe Chicago Cubs' Wild Card lineups will be handcuffed if Alex Bregman is unable to play third base against the Padres.

fansided.com•4d

30 incredible MLB teams that somehow didn’t win the World SeriesPart of what makes MLB great is that the best team doesn't always win. Baseball has a way of making greatness feel meaningless in October. A team can dominate

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•4d

2026 Cubs Playoff Heroes and Goats: Seiya Suzuki is the Superhero vs. the PadresThe Cubs run into a buzzsaw in an 8-0 loss in the playoff opener.

www.bleachernation.com•4d

Cubs Notes: Brink of Elimination, Jim Deshaies, the Petco Factor, the Camera Angle, Gausman's Splitter, More - Bleacher NationOne day into the postseason, the Chicago Cubs are on the brink of elimination. And I gotta tell you, if they lose tonight, we're looking at one incredibly

www.bleachernation.com•4d

Pete Crow-Armstrong's Rookie Debut Patch Card Sells for More Than $1 Million - Bleacher NationPCA's best card is now also his highest-selling card.

reviewingthebrew.com•4d

Brewers news: NLDS game times announced, Andrew Vaughn update, latest on Joey OrtizThree long days remain before postseason baseball returns to American Family Field. The Milwaukee Brewers will play the winner of the San Diego Padres and Chica

cubbiescrib.com•4d

Veteran arm Cubs hoped could be a 2026 bullpen answer retires with hilarious social media postFormer All-Star closer Liam Hendriks called it a career on Tuesday. The Chicago Cubs signed him to a minor-league deal this year in their search for arms.

32:16

MLB Postseason Buzz 👂

🎯 Wild Card picks 👀 Manager situations 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

01:49

Pitchers Who'll Define Postseason 👁️

These 6 arms could be difference makers in October

Bleacher Report•5d

5 Teams That Can Dethrone the DodgersAnalyzing how the Brewers have a chance to take down the reigning champions 📲

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•4d

Padres 8, Cubs 0: Matthew Boyd gets crushed by three long ballsThat was uglier than ugly.

www.bleachernation.com•4d

One Team Partied While the Other Got Stomped, Changeup Woes, Check Swings, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationEverything went right for the Padres in Game One. The Cubs did almost nothing well.

fansided.com•5d

The 30 greatest one-season wonders in MLB historyWhat makes players like Mike Trout, Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani (to name a few) really stick out is their ability to be truly elite year after year. Putting t

cubbiescrib.com•5d

Cubs turn to Kevin Gausman for Game 2 vs. Padres but Wild Card elimination feels inevitableKevin Gausman is getting the start in Game 2 against the Padres as the Chicago Cubs hope to stave off Wild Card elimination.

www.bleachernation.com•5d

The Cubs Have Announced Their Game Two Starter - Bleacher NationHere's hoping Game Two opens up a lot better than Game One.

www.brewhoop.com•5d

Ranking the Roster: Brayden Burries hits the gas at 6The rook stunned folks at Summer League. Will he stun at the NBA level?

www.brewcrewball.com•5d

Reviewing Jacob Misiorowski’s stunning seasonWe are all witnesses, or something like that

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•5d

MLB News: MLB Wild Card, Postseason predictions, Pope Leo White Sox letter, Aaron JudgePlus, the Detroit Tigers are getting sued