MILWAUKEE — Chicago Cubs pitcher Aaron Civale had the mindset of “get as many outs as you can” when he entered in the second inning of Game 1 of the National League Division Series.

“The bullpen was huge in that wild-card series, a lot of guys pitching multiple games,” Civale said. “So at that point it’s try to get as many outs as you can and try to calm the game down and try to build on some things.”

The right-hander helped some of his fellow relievers get a much-needed breather, eating up a chunk of the innings in the 9-3 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field.

Civale allowed three hits and struck out three in 4 1/3 scoreless innings against one of his former teams.

“Just trying to stay calm out there and attack,” Civale said. “Let (catcher Carson Kelly) lead the wa

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