Michael Busch's Clutch Home Run Propels Cubs to NLDS, Expresses Excitement for Brewers Matchup

Michael Busch delivered a pivotal moment for the Chicago Cubs in their 3-1 Game 3 wild-card victory over the San Diego Padres. In the bottom of the seventh inning, with the Cubs holding a slim 2-0 lead, Busch hammered a deep drive off Padres’ reliever Robert Suarez into the right-field bleachers, causing the Wrigley Field crowd to erupt and the stadium to shake. Busch embraced the electrifying atmosphere, stating, "You just feed off of it. You feed off of the moment. You feed off your teammates. You feed off the fans." His crucial home run helped the Cubs advance to the NLDS. Looking ahead to the division rival Milwaukee Brewers, Busch expressed anticipation, noting, "I expect it to be a good one. ... It's kind of the next step. This was one goal that we had, but there's plenty more in front of us."