Can Brewers Bounce Back Against Cubs After Recent Slump?

As the Milwaukee Brewers prepare to face the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field, fans are left wondering if their team can turn around a recent string of disappointing performances. The upcoming game on May 4th is not just another match in the calendar; it's a chance for redemption and perhaps a turning point in their season.

The Brewers' recent games have been less than stellar, with particular concerns arising from their bullpen performance. In their last encounter against the New York Yankees on April 28th, Milwaukee's relievers posted an alarming ERA of 24.75 over four innings, allowing 11 runs on 13 hits. This meltdown was uncharacteristic for a squad that has shown resilience in the past.

However, it wasn't all doom and gloom for MIL as their hitters managed to put up some resistance by racking up five runs on eleven hits with an impressive .297 batting average. Despite this effort, they were outmatched by the Yankees who secured a comfortable win with fifteen runs.

The previous game against New York on April 27th also exposed weaknesses in Milwaukee's pitching staff as they surrendered fifteen earned runs throughout nine innings. The starting pitcher bore most of this brunt with an ERA of 10.8 after five innings pitched.

On a more positive note, during an extra-innings battle against New York earlier that week on April 26th, MIL showcased some fighting spirit by clinching victory in eleven innings despite being out-hit six to nine. Their bullpen held strong that day with no earned runs over five innings which could be seen as a glimmer of hope moving forward.

Looking ahead to facing CHC at Wrigley Field presents both challenge and opportunity for MIL. The Cubs are no easy adversary but given Milwaukee’s ability to bounce back from adversity – as evidenced by their extra-innings triumph – there is potential for them to regain form and confidence.

For fans hoping to see improvement from the Brewers' pitching staff and continued production from their hitters, this upcoming game will be critical. It will require every player stepping up and contributing if they wish to overcome recent setbacks and start building momentum again.

With all eyes set towards May 4th at Wrigley Field at 1:20 PM CT time zone (6:20 PM GMT), supporters can tune into BSWI network where every pitch will matter in what promises to be an enthralling contest between two historic rivals.