It all comes down to this. The tension couldn’t be higher as the Milwaukee Brewers face off against the Chicago Cubs in a do-or-die Game 5 of the National League Division Series. One team inches closer to glory, while the other watches its playoff dreams vanish. And here's where it gets controversial—are we on the verge of witnessing one of the greatest comebacks in modern baseball, or will Milwaukee crush Chicago's momentum?
Thursday night was brutal for Philadelphia sports faithful. The Eagles were stunned by the New York Giants in Thursday Night Football, and to add insult to injury, the Los Angeles Dodgers eliminated the Phillies in extra innings to secure their spot in the National League Championship Series. Now, the question everyone is buzzing about: will the Dodgers battle the Cubs or the Brewers next?
Chicago clawed its way to this winner-take-all moment with a convincing 6-0 victory over Milwaukee in Game 4. It wasn’t just a win — it was a statement. Five Cubs pitchers combined forces to completely silence the Brewers’ bats. Meanwhile, Ian Happ, Kyle Tucker, and Michael Busch unleashed home runs that electrified fans and set the tone. The comeback storyline is alive and breathing, but will Chicago seal the deal with their third straight win?
Game 5 Date & Time
Circle your calendars: Saturday, October 11 is the date sports fans have been waiting for.
Start Time & Channel:
The Cubs vs. Brewers clash kicks off at 8:08 p.m. ET. You can catch every pitch live on TBS, truTV, and HBO Max.
How to Watch Online
For viewers with cable credentials, TBS and truTV offer direct streaming options through their official websites. If you’re going cable-free, streaming platforms like Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, DIRECTV, and Sling TV (Orange package) will have you covered. New subscribers to YouTube TV, DIRECTV, and Hulu + Live TV can even tap into free trial offers.
Streaming on HBO Max
HBO Max subscribers can watch the showdown live as part of the Standard plan for $16.99/month. If you prefer, HBO Max can be added to a Prime Video account for the same monthly rate.
What's Next?
Game 1 of the National League Championship Series begins Monday, October 13, airing on TBS, truTV, and HBO Max.
And here’s a thought to stir debate: If the Cubs pull off this comeback, does that put them in the running for one of the most impressive playoff turnarounds in MLB history? Or should we give more credit to the Brewers’ season-long resilience regardless of how Game 5 ends? What’s your prediction—Cubs or Brewers? Drop your take below; let’s hear the arguments.
