Craig Counsell has become more than chilly about the Cubs looking up at his former team in the standings ... and apparently, George Webb burgers.

Aug 17, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds designated hitter Austin Hays (12) celebrates with teammates after hitting a walk-off single in the tenth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images / Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

And yet, oddsmakers still aren’t quite sold on the Brew Crew being the best team in the league. Despite this unbelievable run, Milwaukee still has the third-best odds (+400, FanDuel Sportsbook) of winning the National League pennant behind the Dodgers (+210) and Phillies (+380).

Christian Yelich knows exactly the first question he’ll hear from reporters when the visitors' clubhouse doors open on Monday ahead of a five-game, four-day series between the Brewers and Cubs. For weeks,

The Chicago Cubs beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-3 on Sunday at Wrigley Field to prevent a fourth straight series loss. Now the Milwaukee Brewers come to town.

The Brewers, no doubt, are gritty. They don’t quit. They have an almost-indescribable knack of deliver moments that render the observer speechless. They know this is woven into the fabric of their identity. Their temperament and understanding of what they do well is as good as anyone’s.

Cincinnati Reds Make Flurry of Roster Moves Ahead of Series Finale vs Milwaukee Brewers. The Reds are hoping to win on Sunday to avoid being swept by the Brewers.

They won 11 games in a row after that July 5 loss, but that isn't even their longest winning streak since that date. The Brewers, thanks to a 13-game winning streak they extended Friday night in a comeback win over the Reds,

Among the usual top baseball teams this season, there is another, more unexpected name – that of the Milwaukee Brewers.