The Brewers, having dominated the Cubs for several seasons, inadvertently aided their rivals by not picking up pitcher Colin Rea's contract, allowing the Cubs to sign him to address their rotation issues following an injury to ace Justin Steele. This decision, alongside not protecting Shane Smith, reflects the Brewers' recent struggles as they face a crucial series against both the White Sox and the Cubs. The Brewers aim to maintain their stronghold in the NL Central, stemming from their notable comeback in 2018, but face a challenging moment as they attempt to turn around their recent losses.
The Brewersâ decision not to exercise the $5.5 million option on Colin Rea allowed the Cubs to stabilize their rotation after a significant injury.
The recent challenges for the Brewers, having lost four of their last five games, test their dominance over the Cubs and their competitive strength.
Manager Pat Murphy emphasized the need for improvement in a 30-minute meeting after a tough series loss, reflecting the urgency to bounce back.
Christian Yelich noted that a past play in a Cubs game marked the beginning of the culture shift for the Brewersâ dominance in the NL Central.
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