Thu Aug 21 02:40:00 UTC 2025: **Brewers’ Peralta Shines as Milwaukee Beats Cubs Amidst Grueling Schedule**

CHICAGO – Freddy Peralta delivered a stellar performance Monday, pitching six scoreless innings in the Milwaukee Brewers’ 7-0 victory over the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. The win provided much-needed relief for the Brewers, who are navigating a demanding stretch of 19 games in 18 days.

The game, originally scheduled as part of a doubleheader, became the sole contest of the day due to rain, which postponed the second game to Tuesday. Peralta’s performance was crucial for preserving the team’s pitching depth as they push towards the playoffs.

After briefly struggling with command in the fourth inning, Peralta regained control and kept the Cubs’ offense at bay. Brice Turang and Caleb Durbin contributed with solo home runs and RBIs.

Peralta attributed his success to staying relaxed and avoiding overthinking. “I feel like if I think too much about what I have to do, I put pressure on myself,” he said.

The Brewers have been on a dominant run, going 39-10 since last leaving Wrigley Field on June 19, widening their lead in the NL Central to nine games over the Cubs.

Peralta’s strong outing improved his record to 15-5 with a 2.78 ERA, positioning him as a potential 20-game winner, a feat not achieved by a Brewers pitcher since 1986.

Turang praised Peralta’s dominance, stating, “What he did was big for us. He dominated. I’m happy for him, and then offensively, we’re putting the pieces together.”

The Brewers’ offense, known for their gritty at-bats and ability to capitalize on opportunities, added four runs in the eighth inning.

The Brewers are set to play a split doubleheader against the Cubs on Tuesday.

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