The Cubs just wrapped up their first series against an NL Central opponent, taking two of three from the Pirates in Pittsburgh. Now the face a slightly tougher test in Milwaukee against a Brewers team that just fell back to .500 with a loss yesterday. This weekend won’t determine the outcome of the division, but putting some distance between themselves and a perennial thorn in their sides sure would be good for the Cubs.
Ben Brown is on the bump for the series opener as he seeks to find a combination of efficiency and consistency. He’s been unable to go deep in games because he’s struggled with command in most of his five starts, leading to too many walks and too much contact.