Cubs beat Brewers 8-2 as Peterson shines in debut start
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Last updated Jun 28, 2026
The Chicago Cubs secured an 8-2 victory against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field on June 28. David Peterson, making his first start for the Cubs, pitched 5.2 innings and allowed two runs. Seiya Suzuki and Ian Happ contributed significantly with home runs, helping the Cubs take control of the game after a tied score. The Cubs' defense provided key support throughout the game, and the bullpen finished strong, allowing no runs in the final innings.
- •David Peterson pitched 5.2 innings, allowing two runs and no walks.
- •Ian Happ hit a three-run homer, his 190th career home run with the Cubs.
- •Cubs' bullpen pitched 3.1 scoreless innings to secure the win.
- •Suzuki's home run and Happ's three-run shot were pivotal for the Cubs.
- •Cubs even the series against the Brewers with this win.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Cubs 8, Brewers 2: David Peterson’s first Cubs start is a success
"And Seiya Suzuki and Ian Happ went deep for the North Siders.
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