The Chicago Cubs have always had the ability outspend fellow NL Central clubs, but the Milwaukee Brewers' run to the World Series could narrow the gap in 2027.
Writer Jake Misener argues that the Chicago Cubs could see their financial advantage in the NL Central shrink following the Milwaukee Brewers' run. Chicago's payroll approached $250 million in 2026 compared to Milwaukee's $146 million, but Misener suggests increased resources from postseason success could allow the Brewers to narrow that gap significantly.
Misener notes that the Brewers won their fourth consecutive division title by 14 games over the Cubs under Pat Murphy. The author claims Cubs executive Jed Hoyer faces mounting pressure to address roster shortcomings, including pitching depth and a depleted farm system.
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