The Milwaukee Brewers currently hold a 41-25 record and remain in first place in the NL Central. In the last 24 hours, the team played against the Athletics in Las Vegas. They lost a close 4-3 decision. This defeat resulted in losing their three-game series.
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The Brewers built an early 3-0 lead with solo home runs from Gary Sánchez and Jackson Chourio. However, they surrendered four unanswered runs in the final three innings. The Athletics rallied in the seventh inning. Reliever Chad Patrick gave up back-to-back towering home runs to Carlos Cortes and Lawrence Butler. These home runs sealed the game. Milwaukee’s offense struggled with opportunities late, finishing just 1-for-10 with runners in scoring position.
Standout Performer
Rookie right-hander Brandon Sproat delivered a gem, allowing just one earned run on four hits over 6.0 innings while striking out three. Sproat had an efficient 68-pitch outing. He left the game with a 3-1 lead. However, he was denied the victory because the bullpen collapsed in the late innings.
Key News & Notes
The organization made a significant long-term commitment by signing 21-year-old outfielder Luis Lara to a seven-year contract extension through 2032. On the pitching front, right-hander Brandon Woodruff officially began his minor league rehab assignment this week. He is with the ACL Brewers. Woodruff is recovering from shoulder inflammation. Additionally, the club traded pitcher Jacob Waguespack to the Detroit Tigers. They also placed right-hander Carlos Rodriguez on the 15-day injured list with a shoulder impingement.
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- Triple-A Nashville Sounds: Akil Baddoo went 2-for-3. He hit a home run, a triple, and drove in three RBI. This contributed to an 8-5 victory over the Durham Bulls. Baddoo’s two-run homer in the fourth inning helped Nashville pull away after a competitive start.
- Double-A Biloxi Shuckers: Mike Boeve had an outstanding performance in Game 2 of a doubleheader. He went 3-for-4 with two RBI. The team secured a 14-1 rout of the Birmingham Barons. The Shuckers split the twin bill after a narrow 2-1 loss in the first game.
- High-A Wisconsin Timber Rattlers: Andrew Fischer hit a powerful three-run home run. It was his 19th of the season. This secured a 5-0 shutout against the Great Lakes Loons. Timber Rattlers pitching limited the Loons to just five hits over seven innings.
- Single-A Wilson Warbirds: José Anderson finished 1-for-5. He hit a two-run home run to help the Warbirds edge the Lynchburg Howlers 8-7. Anderson’s 15th home run of the year proved critical as Lynchburg attempted a three-run comeback in the ninth inning.
- ACL Brewers: No game scheduled
Deep Dive: Brewers Facing Brandon Sproat Decision After Brandon Woodruff Announcement
Veteran Brandon Woodruff is beginning his minor league rehab assignment this week. Because of this, the Brewers face a looming roster decision regarding their starting rotation. Woodruff, a fixture of the staff for nine seasons, had posted a 3.60 ERA before shoulder inflammation landed him on the injured list on May 1. His impending return, expected before the All-Star break, forces a spotlight on rookie right-hander Brandon Sproat.
Sproat was a centerpiece of the trade that sent Freddy Peralta to the Mets. He entered the 2026 season as a highly touted prospect. While he showed flashes of dominance in his recent start against the Athletics, his season-long metrics have been inconsistent. In 12 games, Sproat has pitched to a 6.17 ERA, and Statcast data highlights a 43.4% hard-hit rate, which ranks in the 21st percentile of the league. Analysts have noted that his four-seam fastball and sinker, two pitches he relies on heavily, have underperformed this season.
If Woodruff returns to his dominant form, the Brewers may opt for an alternative plan. They could send Sproat to the minor leagues to refine his command. Despite his struggles, Sproat possesses an impressive six-pitch mix that scouts believe can still be elite. Developing for a period in Triple-A Nashville could help the young starter reach his full potential. This would also allow the Brewers to lean on Woodruff’s veteran stability for a postseason push.
Looking Ahead
The Milwaukee Brewers return home to American Family Field on Friday to begin a series against the Philadelphia Phillies. Jacob Misiorowski (7-2, 1.50 ERA) is the scheduled starter for Milwaukee.
It’s tough to lose a series on a bullpen collapse. However, seeing Sproat look “locked in” provides a silver lining for the rotation. What do you think?
