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Brewers Bullpen Shines as They Extend Central Division Lead
21 Aug
Summary
- Brice Turang hits 2-run homer, Isaac Collins adds 2-run single
- Brewers' bullpen steps up with strong effort in win over Cubs
- Brewers extend lead in NL Central to 7 games

On August 21st, the Milwaukee Brewers faced the prospect of seeing their commanding lead in the NL Central Division shrink further, but they managed to escape Wrigley Field with a hard-fought 4-1 victory over the Chicago Cubs.
The Brewers' offense was led by Brice Turang, who hit a 2-run home run in the second inning, and Isaac Collins, who provided some much-needed breathing room with a 2-run single in the eighth. The Brewers' bullpen also played a crucial role, with Nick Mears, Grant Anderson, Jared Koenig, Abner Uribe, and Trevor Megill all contributing to the win.
The victory allowed the Brewers to maintain their 7-game lead in the NL Central Division, avoiding their third 4-game losing streak of the season. The Brewers' strong performance on the mound and at the plate was a testament to their resilience and determination to hold onto their division lead.