Brewers top Cubs 8-7 on June 20, 2025, in a Wrigley Field thriller. Homers from Collins, Durbin, & Hoskins powered Milwaukee to a key divisional win.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
There's nothing quite like a summer night at Wrigley Field, especially when the Brewers and Cubs are trading haymakers. In a classic slugfest that had fans on the edge of their seats, Milwaukee unleashed its power, held on for dear life, and walked away with a massive 8-7 victory, shrinking that NL Central deficit and making a serious statement.
The Brewers closed within 5.5 games of first place in the NL Central.
The long ball was the story of the night for the Crew. The fireworks started with Isaac Collins launching a crucial three-run homer, but the rookies wanted in on the action too. Caleb Durbin, continuing his impressive debut season, blasted a two-run shot of his own. Not to be outdone, veteran slugger Rhys Hoskins added a solo bomb to the tally. It wasn't just about power; the offense was relentless. Christian Yelich, Jackson Chourio, and Joey Ortiz all chipped in with two hits apiece, keeping the pressure on Chicago's pitching all night. Freddy Peralta battled through five innings to get the win (7-4), and while the Cubs made a late push thanks to Pete Crow-Armstrong's 20th homer, Trevor Megill slammed the door for his 16th save.
Seeing Jackson Chourio collect another multi-hit game is a perfect reminder of the Brewers' organizational philosophy: identify top talent and trust the process. While Chourio is making an impact in the bigs, the next potential superstar is turning heads in the minors. Infielder Jesús Made has officially cracked the top 100 prospects list, now sitting at No. 55. The front office is clearly using the 'Chourio model' with Made, giving him valuable exposure in big league camp and mentoring from Chourio himself. It's a delicate balance between aggressive promotion and steady development, but if Made's trajectory is anything like Chourio's, the future in Milwaukee is incredibly bright. Wins like tonight's are fueled by a mix of established veterans and exciting young players, a formula that seems poised to keep the Crew competitive for years to come.
This win was more than just one game in June; it was a statement. By out-slugging their biggest rivals in their own ballpark, the Brewers have momentum and confidence. With the gap in the division shrinking and the farm system churning out future stars, the rest of this series against the Cubs feels like a pivotal moment in the season. Get ready, Brewers fans, this summer is just starting to heat up.
