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In a commanding performance at Wrigley Field, the Milwaukee Brewers crushed the Chicago Cubs 7-0 on August 18, 2025, in the first game of a doubleheader, further solidifying their grip atop the National League Central Division.
Freddy Peralta stole the spotlight with six scoreless innings of precise pitching, shutting down the Cubs’ offense and earning his 15th win of the season. His masterful control and strikeout ability kept Chicago hitters off balance throughout the contest.
Offensively, the Brewers got early run support from Brice Turang and Caleb Durbin, both launching solo home runs that ignited their team and sent a clear message that Milwaukee was aiming for dominance. The Brewers’ consistent hitting and aggressive base running kept pressure on the Cubs from start to finish.
This victory extends Milwaukee’s impressive five-game winning streak and advances their recent stretch record to an eye-popping 39-10. With this win, the Brewers increased their division lead over the Cubs to nine games, a gap that seems increasingly difficult for the Cubs to bridge as the postseason nears.
Chicago, meanwhile, faces mounting pressure as they try to regroup from consecutive losses and defend their standing in the tightly contested NL Central division. The Cubs will need to adjust quickly if they want to halt Milwaukee’s momentum and keep their playoff hopes alive.
The Brewers’ dominant outing highlights their balanced team strength combining stellar pitching with timely hitting and their strong intent to make a deep playoff push this season.
Fans are eagerly awaiting the second game of the doubleheader and the upcoming series matchup, as these two division rivals battle for crucial wins with the postseason on the line.
