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Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant entered Saturday's game against the Brewers batting .278 with a .422 OBP and 14 RBIs in just 20 career games — a solid debut for the much-hyped rookie. But he had yet to hit the big one: the first career home run. Now, the wait is over. MORE: Harper hits walk-off, gets showered in chocolate | Pirates turn historic triple play Bryant came to bat in the bottom of the third inning against the Brewers, his team down 2-0, and proceeded to give the Cubs a lead with a three-run shot to left-center. The rookie clearly struggled to contain a smile as he smugly rounded the bases. Even in Milwaukee, a strong contingent of Cubs fans stood and cheered the milestone. But his teammates, well, they were a little less vocal in their celebration of Bryant's big moment. In fact, they weren't even visible.  Luckily, the Cubs' players returned to finish the game. A Bryant boycott did not ensue. And the rookie got his due after a dose of tough love. Welcome to...

Each night we'll provide you with the nine top story lines from the day's action, beginning with the stars of the day, and look ahead to the next day's matchups. It's safe to say Bryce Harper is on fire. The Nationals outfielder hit six home runs in his last three games, but possibly none bigger than the walkoff bomb he dropped on the Braves Saturday. Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant may have been batting .278 with a .422 OBP and 14 RBIs in his first 20 games. But until Saturday, he'd yet to hit the all-important first career home run. The rookie connected on a three-run shot to left-center for what was likely the first of many for the Cubs' expected star. MORE: Bryant's teammates disappear after rookie's first HR | Harper gets chocolate syrup shower Here are more highlights from Saturday's games: Impact players: C — Jose Lobaton, Nationals: Lobaton was stellar once again, hitting 3 for 4 with a home run and two RBIs. 1B — Edwin Encarnación, Blue Jay...