Chicago Cubs Tie Series with Commanding Victory
In an electrifying atmosphere at Wrigley Field, the Chicago Cubs secured a crucial victory over the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 4 of the National League Division Series, forcing a decisive Game 5 in Milwaukee. Starting pitcher Matthew Boyd and left fielder Ian Happ were instrumental in the home victory, setting the tone from the start. Boyd pitched 4⅔ innings without allowing any runs, while Happ hit a three-run home run in the first inning, propelling the Cubs to a 6-0 victory.Happ, who had performed poorly in the postseason with a batting average of .095, proved his ability by connecting on a fastball from Freddy Peralta, igniting the fans. The 41,770 attendees chanted “Fred-dy! Fred-dy!” while Peralta struggled to control his pitches.The guys have been supporting me throughout the postseason, so contributing at that moment and giving us the lead was incredible for me.
Ian Happ
The Cubs’ second baseman, Nico Hoerner, also noticed the fans’ chants.This crowd affected the game in the last two games. It certainly affected the way we played.
Pat Murphy, Brewers Manager
Boyd, after a difficult performance in Game 1, responded by pitching with determination. Cubs manager Craig Counsell highlighted the importance of the first inning for Boyd’s performance.I wonder how that started. It made me think of the Johnny Cueto chants in Pittsburgh a long time ago.
Nico Hoerner
I know how important it was for him after Game 1 how he pitched today, and he gave us exactly what we needed.
Craig Counsell, Cubs Manager
Boyd also acknowledged the impact of the fans. Murphy described a different version of the pitcher he saw in Game 1.It was a good time for him to be really good.
Dansby Swanson
Boyd exited the game after allowing 2 hits, 3 walks, and striking out 6 batters. Kyle Tucker and Michael Busch’s home runs contributed to the victory, making the bullpen’s job easier.He was on. He didn’t leave the ball in the middle. He made quality pitches. He threw his breaking ball for a strike. He made pitches when he needed to. He was fabulous.
Pat Murphy, Brewers Manager
Happ, who has experienced the October atmosphere at Wrigley Field, highlighted the importance of the fans.I’ve never seen a baseball game like that. What they did tonight was incredible.
Craig Counsell, Cubs Manager
Doing it in this atmosphere, in this stadium, in front of these fanatics… they’ve been here every day. It doesn’t matter if it’s a Tuesday in mid-June, they’re here. There are 40,000 people here. Giving them that experience and hearing that roar was really special.
Ian Happ
