If this weekend series with the Cubs isn't big enough already, two Brewers will make their debuts as TV stars during it.

During the show, Jenkins and Sexson take viewers on a unique tour of Miller Park and discuss how it has helped to usher in a new era in Milwaukee baseball history. Jenkins shares his thoughts on the recognition he has received for his strong defensive play while Sexson will discuss his trade to the Brewers last season and the immediate impact he made in taking the Brew Crew's offense to a higher level.

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While the debut of Jenkins and Sexson on the tube is big, it should not overshadow the fact that the Brewers and Cubs are actually in the National League Central race. In fact, the Cubs lead the race. The Brewers need to take two of three to remain within striking distance.

Let's not forget it is still very early in the season, but these games count just as much as those in September when they total the standings.

Kerry Wood will make yet another start against the Brewers on Friday in Wrigley Field. Jamey Wright and Kevin Tapani hook up in a 3 p.m. game on Saturday. Ben Sheets starts for the Brewers in the series finale Sunday.

The Brew Crew Review will be at Wrigley Field. See short summaries on the Message Board and a summary of the weekend action in Monday's column.

Richie Sexson gets the honor, not for his TV debut, but for hitting home runs in three straight games and generally breaking out of a season-long slump. The Brewers need this big guy to consistently produce if they are going anywhere.

Infielder Mark Loretta's strikeouts of the Reds' Chris Nichting and Ruben Rivera when he was pressed into action on the mound, so the Brewers wouldn't waste any more relievers in their 11-3 loss Wednesday.

Reliever Curtis Leskanic reported called the dugout during the inning and said the Brewers had better get Geoff Jenkins up in the bullpen because "this kid Loretta is throwing a lot of pitches." But, Loretta did not give up a run in the inning.

Brandon Kolb was clobbered for nine runs in 1.1 innings against the Reds and promptly was sent back to Indianapolis (AAA). Pitcher Mike Buddie was called up to take Kolb's place.

The Brewers did take two of three from the Reds enjoy their day off on Thursday one game above .500 at 35-34. Now, they have to move a little closer to those Cubbies by playing well at Wrigley this weekend.