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Paul Sullivan: Cubs answer Justin Steele’s wake-up call with a 5-3 victory against the Brewers

The Chicago Cubs' Justin Steele pitches against the Milwaukee Brewers during the third inning at American Family Field on Saturday, June 29, 2024, in Milwaukee.

MILWAUKEE — A fiery Justin Steele burst into the Chicago Cubs dugout after his fielding gaffes contributed to a two-run third inning, and he began screaming “wake the f−−− up” to no one in particular.

Or maybe it was to everyone in particular. Either way, the wake-up call worked.

Ian Happ’s two-run, eighth inning home run launched the Cubs to a 5-3 victory against the Milwaukee Brewers, giving them a shot at winning the series.

Steele apologized to any kids who were watching and reading lips.

“I kind of wish I had waited or done something different,” Steele said. “Going forward, do a little bit better job

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