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Brewers and Cubs Renew Rivalry in Thrilling Playoff Clash
3 Oct
Summary
- Brewers and Cubs meet in playoffs for first time
- Former Brewers manager Counsell now leads Cubs
- Brewers aim to win first playoff series since 2018
On October 3rd, 2025, the Milwaukee Brewers and Chicago Cubs, two of the fiercest rivals in the National League Central, are set to clash in the 2025 National League Division Series. This highly anticipated playoff matchup marks the first time these two teams have met in the postseason.
The Brewers, who earned a bye past the wild-card round, have been waiting to face their opponent after the Cubs defeated the San Diego Padres in a three-game wild card series that concluded on October 2nd. The top-seeded Brewers are now poised to take on their divisional foe, with the winner of the best-of-five NLDS advancing to the National League Championship Series.
Adding to the drama of this series is the presence of former Brewers manager Craig Counsell, who left Milwaukee after the 2023 season to take a record-setting contract with the Cubs. Counsell, who has the most wins as a manager in Brewers history, will now face his old team in the playoffs.
The Brewers are seeking their first playoff series win since 2018, while the Cubs are looking to continue their postseason run after securing a spot in the NLDS. The two teams split the regular-season series, with the Cubs winning 7 games to the Brewers' 6.
