Brewers 6, Cubs 2: Seiya Suzuki homers off Jacob Misiorowski, but it’s not enough
Bleed Cubbie Blue • • sports
Key Points:
- The Cubs lost to the Brewers 6-2 after a bullpen collapse, despite Colin Rea's strong four-inning start matching scoreless innings with Brewers starter Jacob Misiorowski.
- Seiya Suzuki hit a notable home run off Misiorowski, marking the first homer allowed by the pitcher since April 14 and making Suzuki the only player to homer off him more than once.
- The Cubs' bullpen struggled, with relievers Ethan Roberts and Jayden Murray giving up multiple runs, highlighting the team's urgent need for bullpen improvements.
- The Cubs have allowed 125 home runs this season, the most in franchise history through 82 games, surpassing previous records from 1999 and 2000.
- Left-hander David Peterson is set to make his Cubs debut in Saturday's game against Brewers lefty Kyle Harrison, with coverage on Marquee Sports Network at 6:10 p.m. CT.
