Brewers vs Cubs starting pitchers
- Javier Assad for Chicago Cubs
- Tobias Myers for Milwaukee Brewers
Brewers vs Cubs statistics
| Stat |
Brewers |
Cubs |
| Hits |
861 (7th) |
784 (20th) |
| Batting Average |
.255 (4th) |
.233 (25th) |
| Runs Batted In |
459 (6th) |
395 (22nd) |
| Runs |
482 (6th) |
419 (19th) |
| Home Runs |
103 (Tied-18th) |
100 (24th) |
| Walks |
366 (3rd) |
342 (5th) |
| Stolen Bases |
136 (2nd) |
79 (10th) |
| Strikeouts |
867 (11th) |
892 (7th) |
| Pitches |
15144 (3rd) |
14879 (6th) |
Chicago Cubs recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 7/21/24 |
vs Arizona Diamondbacks |
W |
2-1 F/10 |
| 7/20/24 |
vs Arizona Diamondbacks |
L |
3-0 |
| 7/19/24 |
vs Arizona Diamondbacks |
L |
5-2 |
| 7/14/24 |
@ St. Louis Cardinals |
W |
8-3 |
| 7/13/24 |
@ St. Louis Cardinals |
L |
5-4 |
Milwaukee Brewers recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 7/21/24 |
@ Minnesota Twins |
W |
8-7 |
| 7/20/24 |
@ Minnesota Twins |
W |
8-4 F/12 |
| 7/14/24 |
vs Washington Nationals |
W |
9-3 |
| 7/13/24 |
vs Washington Nationals |
L |
6-5 |
| 7/12/24 |
vs Washington Nationals |
L |
5-2 |
Brewers vs Cubs predictions
Heading into the matchup at Wrigley Field, a few Milwaukee Brewers players are poised to make significant impacts. Watch for Christian Yelich, whose batting average has been stellar at .320 this season. His consistency at the plate makes him a key player to follow in this game. Meanwhile, Willy Adames, having notched 15 home runs and 67 RBIs, is another powerful contributor, bringing both strength and skill. With his projected stats showing potential for impactful at-bats, he could be crucial in pivotal moments against the Cubs’ pitching. Furthermore, look out for Garrett Mitchell; his blend of speed and contact could stir things up on the bases.
On the Chicago Cubs side, Ian Happ stands out with a solid season contributing in runs batted in, and his ability to get on base frequently poses a threat for any opposing team. Another vital player for the Cubs is Christopher Morel, who leads with 18 home runs. His power at the plate could be a game-changer, offering the Cubs a chance to alter the scoreboard swiftly. Nico Hoerner, too, adds an interesting dynamic with his high hit rates, making him a significant figure to keep the line moving against the Brewers' pitching.
Considering the strengths and current forms of the players and the strategic matchups, it seems like the Milwaukee Brewers might have the upper edge in this contest. Their stronger overall team performance this season, combined with tactical advantages in both batting and pitching, provides them a slight advantage over the Cubs, particularly at a hitter-friendly park like Wrigley. However, with baseball's unpredictable nature, it's all up for grabs once the first pitch is thrown.
Chicago Cubs injuries
- Keegan Thompson (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Julian Merryweather (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Cody Bellinger (CF): 10-Day-IL
- Caleb Kilian (SP): 60-Day-IL
- Adbert Alzolay (RP): 60-Day-IL
Milwaukee Brewers injuries
- Christian Arroyo (2B): Day-To-Day
- Joe Ross (SP): 60-Day-IL
- Devin Williams (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Enoli Paredes (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Easton McGee (SP): Day-To-Day
Brewers vs Cubs game info
| Venue |
Wrigley Field |
| Location |
Chicago, Illinois |
| First pitch |
Mon 8:05 PM |
| Temperature |
74° |
| Chance of Rain |
44% |
