May 04--The summary
The Brewers snapped a seven-series losing streak by taking two of three from the Cubs, capped by Sunday's 5-3 decision. Former Cub Aramis Ramirez drove in three runs.
On the mound
Jason Hammel pitched six-plus innings and allowed three runs on seven hits. The Cubs are now 10-2 when their starting pitchers record a quality start.
At the plate
Anthony Rizzo hit his fifth career triple and his first since April 14, 2014. Addison Russell extended his hitting streak to six games.
In the field
The Cubs committed two errors for the second straight game.
Key number
3.99 -- Average number of pitches taken per at-bat by the Cubs entering Sunday's game. That is best in the National League.
The quote
"When you win games, you're able to cover your mistakes a little more easily. And when you don't win games, your mistakes are magnified. That's just the way it is, and that's fine." -- Cubs manager Joe Maddon
Up next
At Cardinals, 7:10 p.m. Monday, CSN.
