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The Chicago Cubs beat the Milwaukee Brewers 2-1 on September 3, 2026, at Wrigley Field, prevailing in a game defined by limited offense and strong pitching. Chicago produced only three hits but made one count for a home run, accounting for its two RBIs and providing all the scoring it needed. The Cubs’ staff held Milwaukee to one earned run on five hits, struck out 10, and issued one walk, while the defense played error-free baseball. Milwaukee also managed just one RBI despite a homer and five total hits, with its hitters striking out 10 times against Chicago pitching. The Brewers’ pitchers kept the game close, allowing two earned runs on three hits with seven strikeouts and one walk, but the offense could not convert its modest hit advantage into more runs. The combined three runs finished well below the 8.5 Vegas total, underscoring the pitching dominance and scarce run production. Chicago’s pitching depth should remain central to its division outlook.