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Brad Hand Takes Loss Wednesday
Cleveland Indians closer Brad Hand was charged with four runs (three earned), permitting one hit, one walk and hitting one batter as the Tribe fell to Chicago 4-0 on Wednesday at Progressive Field. “I got myself in trouble with the walk and the hit-by-pitch with nobody out,” Hand said. “Trying to get a strikeout there […]
James Stokke 4 years agoZach Plesac Tosses Eight Scoreless Innings
Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Zach Plesac allowed three hits and no walks while striking out 11 across eight scoreless innings Wednesday against Cleveland. He did not factor in the decision. Plesac pitched well but did not receive any run support in this matchup. He threw 98 pitches and generated an impressive 17 called strikes and 20 swinging […]
James Stokke 4 years agoBrandon Woodruff Dominant In Win On Wednesday
Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Brandon Woodruff struck out 10 batters and retired 17-in-a-row during a dominant stretch of the 3-0 win over the Pirates. The right-hander recorded 20 swings and misses total, doing so with four different pitches. Woodruff’s first two starts of 2020 have been impressive, and he looks like the ace that the Brewers envisioned. […]
James Stokke 4 years agoRoberto Perez Heads To Injured List With Shoulder Issue
Cleveland Indians catcher Roberto Perez (shoulder) was placed on the 10-day injured list Wednesday, Zack Meisel of The Athletic reports. He has been dealing with a sore right shoulder and it's apparently serious enough for him to sit for at least 10 days. In the meantime, Sandy Leon will act as the primary catcher while […]
James Stokke 4 years agoAaron Civale Earns Win Against White Sox
Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Aaron Civale earned the win in Game 1 of Tuesday's doubleheader versus the White Sox after allowing two runs on seven hits and one walk while recording nine strikeouts over six innings. The 25-year-old wasn't impacted by having his start postponed one day due to rain, as he delivered a first-pitch […]
James Stokke 4 years agoJosh Lindblom Exits With Injury
Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Josh Lindblom was removed from Tuesday's start against the Pirates after experiencing back cramps. The right-hander allowed two runs on three hits and three walks while recording five strikeouts over 3 2/3 innings before leaving with the back cramps. Overall, it appears to be a positive development for Lindblom, rather than him […]
James Stokke 4 years agoDavid Phelps Picks Up Win In Relief
Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher David Phelps struck out three over two perfect frames of relief to take the win against the Pirates on Monday. Phelps (1-0) became the first pitcher in 2020 to solve the riddle of the extra-inning rules, as he entered the game in the 10th and shut down the Pittsburgh offense even with a […]
James Stokke 4 years agoRyan Braun's Late Heroics Leads To Win Over Pirates
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder/first baseman/designated hitter Ryan Braun went 1-for-6 with a double and two RBIs in Monday's extra-inning win against the Pirates. Braun’s tying, two-run double with the Brewers down to their final out capped a four-run, ninth-inning comeback. The universal designated hitter in the National League could help Braun's fantasy value in 2020, as he is […]
James Stokke 4 years agoAdrian Houser Has Strong Performance In No-Decision
Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Adrian Houser gave up one run, one hit, and three walks over five innings against the Pirates on Monday. He struck out four and looked in control for most of his outing. Despite the strong showing, however, Houser exited after 68 pitches (37 for strikes). Houser emerged as one of the Brewers' best […]
James Stokke 4 years agoCarlos Santana Scores Twice In Win
Cleveland Indians first baseman Carlos Santana went 0-for-2 with two runs and two walks in Sunday's win against the Royals. Santana has yet to record a hit over eight at-bats to begin the season, but he's drawn four walks. The 34-year-old had a career-best .281 batting average, 34 home runs and 93 RBI last season […]
James Stokke 4 years agoEric Lauer Activated Prior To Sunday's Game
Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Eric Lauer was activated from the COVID-19 related injured list before Sunday's 9-1 loss to the Cubs at Wrigley Field, and he immediately made an impact after a short start by Freddy Peralta. Entering during a 5-0 ballgame with one out in the fourth, Lauer escaped a bases-loaded jam by striking out Kyle Schwarber. He would […]
James Stokke 4 years agoChristian Yelich Quiet At The Plate Sunday
Milwaukee Brewers superstar outfielder Christian Yelich went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts Sunday against the Cubs. Yelich is off to a slow start to the year, with his only hit so far coming from a home run on Saturday. He will continue to hit in the middle of a talented Brewers' lineup and has far too much talent […]
James Stokke 4 years agoChristian Yelich Crushes First 2020 Homer
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich went 1-for-5 with a two-run home run during Saturday's 8-3 victory over the Cubs. The 28-year-old struggled offensively in the season opener, going 0-for-4 with two strikeouts. Yelich will look to build on that effort in the series finale, as Tyler Chatwood is set to take the mound Sunday for Chicago. Yelich has established […]
James Stokke 4 years agoCorbin Burnes Takes No Decision Saturday Against Cubs
Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Corbin Burnes allowed one run on two hits and three walks during Saturday's 8-3 win over the Cubs. He had six strikeouts and didn't factor in the decision. The young right-hander pitched fairly well Saturday, but he struggled a bit with his control as he needed 75 pitches to records only 10 outs. Burnes […]
James Stokke 4 years agoLorenzo Cain Collects Three Hits
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Lorenzo Cain went 3-for-4 with a double, a run scored and an RBI in Saturday's 8-3 win over the Cubs. The veteran secured his first three hits of the season and scored the first Brewer's run on the season. Cain struggled at the plate last season, with a .697 OPS, but he shed some […]
James Stokke 4 years agoMike Clevinger Solid In No-Decision
Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Mike Clevinger allowed two runs off of four hits throughout seven innings to take a no-decision against the Royals on Saturday. He also struck out six and did not issue a walk. His season got off to a rough start, with Jorge Soler and Salvador Perez hitting back-to-back homers off of him in the first […]
James Stokke 4 years agoJustin Smoak Goes Deep Saturday
Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Justin Smoak went 2-for-5 with a solo home run during Saturday's 8-3 victory over the Cubs. The 33-year-old hit a towering home run to right field during the fifth inning. Smoak is poised to see significant time at first base for the Brewers this season, and he's hit out of the […]
James Stokke 4 years agoCesar Hernandez Plates Run In Season Opener
Cleveland Indians second baseman Cesar Hernandez went 1-for-4 with a double and an RBI during Friday's win over the Royals. Hernandez was the leadoff hitter in this one, and he is expected to hold that role through most of the season. The second baseman has spent the majority of his career at the top of […]
James Stokke 4 years agoJose Ramirez Hits A Double In Season Opener
Cleveland Indians third baseman Jose Ramirez when 1-for-3 with a double during Friday's 2-0 win over the Royals. Ramirez is coming off a subpar 2019 season in which he hit .255 with a 806 OPS, which were his lowest numbers in both categories since the start of the 2016 season. He had a miserable beginning […]
James Stokke 4 years agoBrandon Woodruff Takes Loss In Opener
Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Brandon Woodruff allowed two runs on four hits and one walk while striking out five over five innings in a loss to the Cubs on Opening Day. This was a solid performance, though Woodruff did only induce seven swinging strikes on 85 pitches. His offense also provided him no support. He was […]
James Stokke 4 years agoShane Bieber Tosses Six Scoreless Innings In Victory
Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Shane Bieber earned the win during Friday's 2-0 victory over the Royals. He tossed six scoreless innings, giving up four hits and one walk while fanning 14. Bieber had a strong sophomore season in 2019, with a 3.28 ERA, 1.05 WHIP, and 10.9K/9 across 214.1 innings. He appears to picking up […]
James Stokke 4 years agoRyan Braun Trending Toward Playing Opening Day
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder/first baseman Ryan Braun will serve as the team's designated hitter Wednesday in their exhibition finale versus the White Sox, Todd Rosiak of The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports. Braun has been battling a number of minor injuries the past few days, with a sore left oblique being the most concerning of the lot. […]
James Stokke 4 years agoFreddy Peralta Confirmed As Sunday Starter
Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Freddy Peralta has been confirmed as the Sunday starter, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. Manager Craig Counsell said that Peralta will start the Brewers third game of the season Sunday against the Cubs. Counsell told the media to not ''get stuck'' on traditional starting roles, so Peralta won't necessarily be guaranteed turns […]
James Stokke 4 years agoJosh Lindblom Starting Tuesday
Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Josh Lindblom will start Tuesday in Pittsburgh, Sophia Minnaert of FOX Sports Wisconsin reports. Lindblom struggled in his first MLB stint before heading to Korea and revamping his repertoire. Lindblom pitched to a 2.88 ERA and 2.50 ERA his last two seasons while averaging 8.4 and 8.7 K/9 in Korea. He is […]
James Stokke 4 years agoCorbin Burnes To Start Saturday Against Cubs
Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Corbin Burnes will start the team's second game against the Cubs, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. Burnes had electric stuff last year but really struggled with command and confidence, eventually seeing a sports psychologist in the offseason. Since reporting to camp in February, his stuff has been perhaps even better, touching the […]
James Stokke 4 years agoZach Plesac Wins Final Rotation Spot
Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Zach Plesac will be the fifth starter to begin the season, Mandy Bell of MLB.com reports. Plesac had been optioned to Triple-A Columbus back in March, but he's evidently impressed enough this summer to win the final spot in the rotation. He beat out Adam Plutko for the job. Plesac posted […]
James Stokke 4 years agoLogan Morrison Makes Opening Day Roster
Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Logan Morrison has made the Opening Day roster, Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports. Morrison had a very strong abbreviated spring training and forced his way onto the roster. Morrison lost 20-25 pounds in the last three months and could be a solid power source if he finds at-bats. […]
James Stokke 4 years agoLuis Urias Won't Make Opening Day Roster
Milwaukee Brewers infielder Luis Urias (illness) will be assigned to the team's alternative training site in Appleton, Wisconsin, to begin the season, freelance baseball writer Robert Murray reports. The former top prospect of the Padres has an impressive minor league track record but has struggled in limited major league exposure. He was expected to have […]
James Stokke 4 years agoRyan Braun Could Return Sunday
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder/first baseman Ryan Braun could resume playing in the Brewers intrasquad matchups Sunday, Tom Haudricourt of The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports. Manager Craig Counsell said Friday that, "he's feeling good. He's been a little slowed by just the normal things, for him. Nothing of significance.'' Braun is 36 years old and is entering […]
James Stokke 4 years agoKeon Broxton Dealing With Personal Matter
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Keon Broxton has been absent from the team due to a personal matter, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. Broxton isn't currently in camp, but general manager David Stearns said Thursday that the team expects that he'll be back soon. The 30-year-old is competing for a spot with the major league club. Broxton […]
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