Cubs Aim to Brew Up Success Against Brewers at American Family Field

Recent Performance

The Cubs have shown a mixed bag of performances in their recent games. They secured a dominant 9-0 victory against the Pirates, showcasing their offensive prowess with 13 hits and four home runs. However, they faced challenges against the Phillies, losing one game 3-1 in extra innings and another by a significant margin of 10-4. The Cubbies' pitching was stellar against the Pirates but struggled significantly in one of the games against Philadelphia, allowing ten runs.

Offensive and Defensive Trends

Offensively, the Cubs have demonstrated potential with explosive innings but need consistency throughout all nine innings. Their batting average fluctuated from .351 in their win over Pittsburgh to just .094 during their loss to Philadelphia. On defense, while they managed a shutout against Pittsburgh with an impressive ERA of zero, they allowed ten runs in another game due to high opponent batting averages.

Upcoming Game Preview

As the Cubs prepare for their upcoming clash with the Brewers at American Family Field on May 2nd at 8:10 PM ET (broadcast on Apple TV+), fans can expect an intense matchup. The venue's atmosphere could play a role; known for its lively crowd and retractable roof that can affect gameplay conditions. With both teams looking to assert dominance early in this season series, it will be crucial for Chicago's pitching staff to regain form and for hitters like Cody Bellinger to find rhythm.

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