Brewers Defeated by Cubs as Cactus League Season Concludes

The Milwaukee Brewers enter the regular season with new food offerings and fresh impressions from spring play. Fans will find expanded concessions at American Family Field for the 2026 season. Brewers Defeated by Cubs as Cactus League Season Concludes marked the end of exhibition play.

New concessions at American Family Field

The ballpark will add several novelty items for 2026. Expect fried kringle, cream puffs and funnel cake fries.

Other additions include brisket-loaded waffles and s’mores cheesecake. Team officials said more items will appear across concession stands.

Spring training finale

The Cubs beat the Brewers 12-0 in the final Grapefruit League game. The loss came as the club wrapped up spring preparations.

Most regulars were already traveling to Milwaukee for exhibitions. Chad Patrick remained behind to pitch on March 22.

Chad Patrick and roster notes

Patrick allowed seven runs in four innings on March 22. A prospect-heavy Brewers lineup produced six hits in that game.

Prospect showcase

In a separate prospect matchup, Oakland’s farm team edged Milwaukee prospects 9-8. The spring contest featured several individual bright spots.

• Eric Bitonti hit a home run for the Brewers prospects.
• Blake Burke recorded two hits and stole three bases.
• Daniel Dickinson tripled during the game.

Pitching performances

Milwaukee used six pitchers in the prospect game. Tyson Hardin, Brett Wichrowski and Jesus Broca all appeared.

Ethan Dorchies and Wande Torres each threw two scoreless, hitless innings. Mark Manfredi also took the mound.

Upcoming exhibition schedule

The Brewers will face the Cincinnati Reds in two exhibitions before opening the regular season. Both games will air on 620 WTMJ.

Filmogaz.com compiled this update from team reports and game recaps. Fans can expect more updates as the season begins. Enjoy the new concessions and the regular season opener.