The Cubs lost 3-1 in Game 5 to the Brewers, ending their 2025 postseason in the NLDS.

The Chicago Cubs’ 2025 postseason ended in a 3-1 Game 5 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers in the NLDS, marking the first-ever matchup between the I-94 rivals. Despite Seiya Suzuki’s solo home run and strong performances from players like Andrew Vaughn and Daniel Palencia, the Cubs couldn’t overcome a one-run deficit, failing to score after loading the bases in the sixth inning. The Brewers advanced with timely hitting and efficient pitching, highlighted by solo homers and strong relief work. The Cubs’ season concluded with frustration, underscoring ongoing concerns about bullpen depth and injury management, as they fell to 2-22 in games where they failed to score in the first inning. The Brewers moved on to the NLCS, while the Cubs face offseason questions despite a resilient campaign.