Thu Jun 19 17:40:00 UTC 2025: **Cubs-Brewers Rivalry Heats Up with Rescheduled Doubleheader After Rainout**

**CHICAGO, IL** – Mother Nature has thrown a curveball into the already intense rivalry between the Chicago Cubs and the Milwaukee Brewers. Wednesday night’s game at Wrigley Field was postponed due to persistent rain and has been rescheduled as part of a split doubleheader on August 18th, adding a crucial five-game series to the schedule as Chicago aims to overtake Milwaukee in the National League Central standings.

The teams will now face off at 1:20 p.m. CT and 7:05 p.m. CT on August 18th at Wrigley Field, marking the start of five games in four days.

Cubs manager Craig Counsell confirmed that veteran right-hander Jameson Taillon (7-3, 3.48 ERA), who was slated to start Wednesday, will now take the mound for Thursday’s game to conclude the current series. Taillon is currently on a hot streak, boasting a 5-0 record with a stellar 1.91 ERA in his last five appearances.

The Brewers have yet to announce their starting pitcher for Thursday, with rookie Jacob Misiorowski and veteran Freddy Peralta as the potential options. Misiorowski was initially scheduled for Wednesday, while Peralta was lined up for Thursday’s contest. Misiorowski, the Brewers’ No. 4 prospect, impressed in his MLB debut against the Cardinals on June 12th, pitching five no-hit innings before being sidelined by minor injuries.

Peralta has a proven track record against the Cubs, holding a 7-2 record with a 2.93 ERA in 19 career games (14 starts). This season, he boasts a 2.60 ERA with 84 strikeouts in 15 starts.

The August series will be a grueling stretch for both teams. The Brewers will face 19 games in 18 days, while the Cubs will play 14 games in a 13-day span.

**Ticket Information**

Separate tickets are required for each game of the August 18th doubleheader. Fans will be required to exit the ballpark after the first game. Mobile tickets will automatically update with the makeup game information. No ticket exchange is necessary. Fans who have special tickets to pick up will be able to redeem them on August 18. Visit cubs.com for more information.

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