Michael McLoone-USA TODAY Sports It’s a rubber match on Wednesday afternoon in Milwaukee After yesterday’s loss, it’s a rubber match between the Brewers and Braves today. It should be a strikeout-heavy day as both teams are starting pitchers within the top 10 for strikeouts in the league. The Braves have Chris Sale on the mound, while the Brewers will send out Freddy … [Read more...] about Game Thread #108: Milwaukee Brewers (61-46) vs. Atlanta Braves (57-49)
Bullpen falters as Brewers drop rubber match to Braves 6-2
Michael McLoone-USA TODAY Sports Brewers get two early but can’t add on Box Score The Brewers faced an uphill battle on Wednesday afternoon. Chris Sale was on the mound for the Braves, and with the Braves strong bullpen behind him, runs were going to be at a premium. That’s how it ended up playing out, as the Brewers managed an early lead but couldn’t add on. Meanwhile, … [Read more...] about Bullpen falters as Brewers drop rubber match to Braves 6-2
Trevor Megill placed on IL with lower back problem
Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports Tyler Jay recalled Just as it appeared the Brewers were getting healthier in the bullpen, Trevor Megill has been placed on the 15-day IL with a lower back problem. Manager Pat Murphy says he’ll have an MRI tomorrow, which should reveal the extent of the injury. Brewers reliever Trevor Megill is going on the injured list with a lower back … [Read more...] about Trevor Megill placed on IL with lower back problem
Game Thread #106: Milwaukee Brewers (60-45) vs. Atlanta Braves (56-48)
Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports Brewers finish homestand with another NL East foe The Milwaukee Brewers will hope to build off of Sunday’s win as they welcome the Atlanta Braves to American Family Field this evening. The Braves are struggling with health, as they’ve lost several of their best pitchers and last year’s MVP, Ronald Acuña Jr., for the season with injuries. … [Read more...] about Game Thread #106: Milwaukee Brewers (60-45) vs. Atlanta Braves (56-48)
Brewers acquire Frankie Montas in trade with Reds
Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports Joey Wiemer, Jakob Junis headed to Cincinnati in deal The Brewers have reportedly acquired right-handed pitcher Frankie Montas in a trade with the Cincinnati Reds, sending outfielder Joey Wiemer and right-hander Jakob Junis back in the deal. Mark Feinsand was first to report the full details. Jakob Junis, that is. Curse you, autocorrect! … [Read more...] about Brewers acquire Frankie Montas in trade with Reds