The Cubs got a strong outing from Adbert Alzolay and eight hits and three runs from the lineup, but bad pitches from two Cubs relievers and a questionable strike call in the ninth inning made for a 4-3 loss Saturday.
Alzolay left the game in the fifth inning with two outs and runners on the corners after walking Simeon High School grad Corey Ray, who was making his major-league debut. From there, reliever Rex Brothers loaded the bases and then walked Omar Narvaez and hit Tyrone Taylor with a pitch to tie the game.
In the seventh inning, Andrew Chafin gave up a two-run homer to pinch hitter Manny Pina that gave the Brewers the lead.