Cubs fall 8-4 to the Brewers on July 28, 2025, as three homers sink Chicago. Despite efforts from Suzuki & Crow-Armstrong, the Cubs lose first place.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Well, that one stings. In a game that felt like a heavyweight bout for control of the division, the Chicago Cubs took one on the chin Monday night, falling 8-4 to the Milwaukee Brewers. The loss not only snapped a hot streak but also knocked the Cubs out of first place, leaving them staring up at their rivals by a single game in the NL Central standings.
The Cubs have seven players in MLB's Top 100 prospects, tied for the most in baseball.
Monday's game in Milwaukee was a story of power—mostly from the other side. The Brewers launched three home runs off Cubs pitching, with Andrew Vaughn, Sal Frelick, and Christian Yelich all going deep to overwhelm the North Siders. Despite solid offensive seasons from Pete Crow-Armstrong (27 HR) and Seiya Suzuki (81 RBI), their contributions weren't enough to overcome the barrage. The Cubs' pitching staff, which had been a strength, simply couldn't contain the Brew Crew's bats, leading to a frustrating night for fans watching the lead slip away.
There's no time to dwell on the loss, as the Cubs are right back at it tonight in what has become the most important game of the season so far. With the series tied 2-2, tonight's contest is a true rubber match with first place on the line. A win pulls the Cubs back into a tie for the lead; a loss puts them in a two-game hole. Look for stars like Pete Crow-Armstrong and Seiya Suzuki to set the tone early as the Cubs try to salvage the series and reclaim their momentum.
While the big-league club fights it out in Milwaukee, the future of the franchise continues to look incredibly bright. Even after dealing top prospect Cam Smith for Kyle Tucker, the Cubs' farm system remains an embarrassment of riches. The organization boasts seven players in MLB's Top 100 prospects, tied for the most in baseball. Farm director Jason Kanzler highlighted the depth at Double-A and Triple-A, with players like Owen Caissie, Moisés Ballesteros, and Jefferson Rojas looking big-league ready. This strength gives the front office incredible flexibility as the trade deadline approaches—either to stand pat or to deal from a position of strength to bolster the current roster.
Tonight's game is more than just another Tuesday in July; it's a chance for immediate redemption and a statement that the Cubs won't give up the division without a fight. The loss hurts, but this team has proven its resilience. With the trade deadline looming and a farm system ready to help, the story of the 2025 Cubs is far from over. First, they have to take care of business in Milwaukee.
