I see your point, but this big cushion you speak of really doesn't exist unless you are talking about simply making the playoffs, then yes, they have a big cushion. If the goal is to win the division and secure the #1 seed, then I don't see a big cushion at all. The lead in the division could be virtually non-existent in a week and the Brewers are in a dogfight with three other teams for the top spot in the league. Every game is critical at this point. I know that baseball is a marathon not a sprint but for the Brewers to have the best chance to advance deep in the playoffs home field will be imperative.