On August 31, 2026, the Chicago Cubs defeated the Milwaukee Brewers 17-3 at Wrigley Field. Alex Bregman hit three home runs, contributing to the Cubs' franchise-record nine home runs in the game. Clay Holmes pitched six scoreless innings, leading the Cubs to a dominant victory and finishing August with a total of 62 home runs.
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