Following a sweep of the Mets and a romp over the Brewers in Friday’s opener, the Cubs looked to extend their season-high winning streak to five on Saturday. Things were looking good early on, but Milwaukee rallied back in the middle innings to win a close game.
Nico Hoerner put Chicago on the board in the 2nd inning with a two-run double grounded past third. Adbert Alzolay made the start and was extremely sharp, striking out seven to preserve the 2-0 lead into the 5th.
Alzolay began to tire in that frame and David Ross pulled him with runners on the corners and two out.