Summary
The Chicago Cubs exited the playoffs after losing to the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Division Series (NLDS). Issues with starting pitchers and underwhelming performances from key players contributed to their defeat.
Key Facts
- The Cubs lost 3-1 to the Milwaukee Brewers in the NLDS.
- This was the Cubs' first time in the NLDS since 2017.
- Chicago's starting pitchers struggled, resulting in the bullpen handling 29 of the 42 innings.
- Shota Imanaga and Matthew Boyd, top pitchers during the regular season, struggled in the playoffs.
- Kyle Tucker, brought in during the offseason, did not perform well and is entering free agency.
- Dansby Swanson and Ian Happ had only seven hits and 28 strikeouts combined in the postseason.
