Brewers defeat Cubs 4-3 in Milwaukee to close out Sunday series

The Milwaukee Brewers secured a 4-3 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Sunday in Milwaukee. The Cubs held a 2-1 lead entering the eighth inning behind a strong start from Matthew Boyd, who struck out six across seven innings. After Boyd walked the leadoff hitter, a double from Joey Ortiz and a two-run single by Jackson Chourio gave Milwaukee the lead. A subsequent sacrifice fly by Christian Yelich provided an additional insurance run. Chicago threatened in the ninth with a bid for a comeback, but a defensive play by Luis Lara and a catch by Chourio ended the contest. The loss leaves the Cubs trailing the Philadelphia Phillies by half a game in the National League wild card standings.

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