Cubs aim to slow Brewers' march toward division title

The Milwaukee Brewers look to move closer to the National League Central crown when they host the Chicago Cubs on Friday night in the opener of a three-game series.

The Brewers (89-57) own a 12 1/2-game lead over the St. Louis Cardinals as they approach the clinching of their fourth straight postseason berth.

Milwaukee is opening a 10-game homestand after being swept in a two-game set by the Detroit Tigers. The offense