Cubs slug record nine homers as aggressive additions look capable of getting them over Brewers-shaped hurdle

Key Points:

• The Cubs set a franchise record with nine home runs in a 17-3 win over the Brewers, marking the most homers in a calendar month in National League history and second-most in MLB history for August.
• Tyrone Taylor, a former Brewer acquired at the trade deadline, hit a key home run from the cleanup spot, helping the Cubs jump on Brewers starter Kyle Harrison early and disrupt his rhythm.
• New acquisition Clay Holmes has been a standout in the Cubs' rotation, allowing only one run in his last four starts with a 1.55 ERA since joining the team, validating the front office's aggressive trade deadline moves.
• Despite recent struggles and leading the majors in home runs allowed, lefty Shota Imanaga remains in the Cubs' rotation as the team believes he can regain effectiveness based on his strong performances earlier in the season.
• Infielder Pedro Ramirez is dealing with back spasms and is expected to miss additional games, while prospect B.J. Murray Jr. has been promoted after strong minor league performance, hitting .294 with 49 extra-base hits at Triple-A.