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Brewers 2, Cubs 5: Bullpen ruins great Nelson start

The Brewers got a fantastic outing from Jimmy Nelson, but couldn't hold on to the win.

Win: Soriano (2-0)
Loss: Smith (4-2)
Save: Rondon (14)

HR: Rizzo (18)

You could be forgiven if you forgot the Brewers actually had to play a game today. In the midst of huge news about Milwaukee trading Carlos Gomez and Mike Fiers to the Houston Astros, the Brewers took a loss to the Cubs as Chicago came from behind late to win.

Jimmy Nelson made a spectacular start for the Brewers, pitching seven innings of two-hit ball against what can be a tough Cubs offense.