Misiorowski, Turang lead Brewers into NL Central lead
PUBLISHED May 20, 2026, 12:24 AM ET
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CHICAGO — Jacob Misiorowski pitched six scoreless innings Tuesday as the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Chicago Cubs 5-2 at Wrigley Field, with Brice Turang contributing a two-run homer and Jake Bauers and Garrett Mitchell adding key hits; the win moved Milwaukee into first place in the NL Central, improving its record to 28-18. Tuesday's result extended Misiorowski’s scoreless streak to 24 1/3 innings and marked Milwaukee’s tenth victory in 12 games this month; Chicago has lost four straight and fell out of first, raising questions about roster adjustments and bullpen usage as managers from both teams prepare for a quick turnaround in the days ahead.
By Daniel Hayes | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- April 24: Misiorowski’s earlier start began the sequence that led to a prolonged scoreless streak.
- Early May: Brewers compiled 10 wins in 12 games, building momentum before the Chicago series.
- Tuesday (this week): Brewers beat Cubs 5-2 at Wrigley Field; Misiorowski threw six scoreless innings.
- After the game: Misiorowski’s scoreless streak reached 24 1/3 innings; Brice Turang homered; team record reported at 28-18.
- Following days: Cubs recorded a fourth consecutive loss and fell out of first place, prompting internal evaluation.
News Intelligence
- If you're a Brewers fan, this is a thrilling time. The team's recent performance shows a promising trajectory. Keep an eye on Misiorowski's scoreless streak. It's a testament to his skill and a key factor in the team's success.
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The Milwaukee Brewers benefited immediately: the win placed them one-half game ahead in the NL Central, reinforced confidence in their rotation with Jacob Misiorowski’s extended scoreless streak, and strengthened recent momentum (10 wins in 12 games) heading into upcoming divisional matchups.
The Chicago Cubs suffered a loss that extended a slide to four consecutive defeats, caused them to fall out of first place in the NL Central, and spotlighted defensive lapses and bullpen challenges that may require lineup or usage adjustments in the near term.
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