Brewers Stage Electric Eighth-Inning Comeback to Down Cubs 4-3

The Milwaukee Brewers pulled off a dramatic 4-3 comeback victory against the Chicago Cubs on September 7, 2026, at American Family Field. Trailing 3-1 for much of the game, the Brewers mounted a three-run rally in the eighth inning to secure a walk-off-style win, further solidifying their grip on the NL Central division.

How did the Brewers secure the win?

The Brewers' late-game heroics followed a strong outing by Cubs pitcher Matthew Boyd, who pitched seven impressive innings, allowing only three runs on five hits and striking out seven batters. The Cubs initially built their lead through power, with Pete Crow-Armstrong hitting his 41st home run of the season and Pedro Ramirez adding his 5th. Despite these blasts, Milwaukee's lineup found its rhythm in the eighth, scoring three runs to turn the tide. Brewers reliever Abner Uribe, now with a season record of 5-2, was credited with the win, while Cubs pitcher Matthew Boyd took the loss (8-4). Trevor Megill locked down the game for Milwaukee, earning his 27th save of the season. The game was played in front of an enthusiastic crowd of 42,368 and concluded in 2 hours and 36 minutes.

What do the standings look like after this game?

As of this crucial matchup, the Milwaukee Brewers maintain their 1st place position in the NL Central division with an 89-56 record. The Chicago Cubs remain in 2nd place in the division, holding an 81-64 record. The Brewers, who had lost their previous two games against the Cincinnati Reds, bounced back strongly. The Cubs also entered the game on a loss, falling to Miami on September 6. This season, the Brewers have excelled when favored, winning 71 of 111 games (64%) and boasting the second-best team ERA in MLB at 3.54, though they rank last in home runs with 133. In contrast, the Cubs lead Major League Baseball with an impressive 203 home runs and 771 runs scored, showcasing their offensive firepower.

What's next for the Brewers and Cubs?

The rivalry continues immediately, as the Brewers and Cubs are scheduled for the second game of their series on September 8, 2026, at 7:40 p.m. ET, also at American Family Field. The probable starting pitchers for that game are Jacob Misiorowski for the Brewers and David Peterson for the Cubs. A third and final game in the series is slated for Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at the same time and location, featuring Logan Henderson as the probable starter for Milwaukee and Kevin Gausman for Chicago.