Brewers 7, Cubs 0 in a rain-soaked makeup at Wrigley. Chicago could muster only two hits and three walks while the pitching staff labored, with Cade Horton exiting early with a blister and the bullpen splintering after Luke Little’s sixth-inning appearance (even a pitch timer violation). Seiya Suzuki celebrated his 31st birthday with a patient at-bat, but Owen Caissie supplied the Cubs’ lone bright moment with his first big-league hit as Chicago failed to find offense in a lopsided day.

What looms now is a Tuesday doubleheader that could reshape the Cubs’ immediate plans. Jameson Taillon was listed to start the day game, with Jordan Wicks likely serving as the 27th man for the nightcap, while the weather forecast promises better conditions. The Brewers, meanwhile, used a steady attack and a weather-delayed rhythm to cruise to the win, leaving Chicago to reset during a pivotal late-season stretch.

The Chicago Cubs faced another setback as pitcher Shota Imanaga was placed on the 15-day injured list following a left hamstring strain during a recent game against the Brewers. Imanaga, a key starter with a solid 2.82 ERA this season, sustained the injury while attempting to cover first base. Cubs manager Craig Counsell expressed cautious optimism about Imanaga's prognosis, indicating that while the injury is mild, the team will prioritize his health.

This injury adds to an already compromised rotation, with Justin Steele out for the season and Javier Assad also sidelined. To fill the gap, the Cubs recalled Gavin Hollowell from Triple-A, who performed well in relief against the Giants. Additionally, prospect Cade Horton and veteran Chris Flexen are potential candidates to step in, offering the Cubs some depth as they navigate the upcoming schedule.