It's been an action-packed weekend for the Milwaukee Brewers, and there's plenty to unpack as the team rides a three-game win streak into the week. From a potential injury scare for a rising star to tough news for a young arm, here's everything you need to know to stay in the loop.
First, the good news: Jacob Misiorowski appears to have dodged a serious injury after exiting Friday night's game in Washington with a cramp following 5 1/3 no-hit innings. The team has a TBD slot for Wednesday's series finale in St. Louis, which lines up with Misiorowski's turn in the rotation. Whether he takes the mound as scheduled or gets a few extra days of precautionary rest remains to be seen. Keep in mind the Brewers have an off day Thursday before returning home to Milwaukee on Friday, so it wouldn't be surprising to see him start that one instead. Manager Pat Murphy offered a cautious update: "We're going to have to see how it responds. Today's a catch day. We'll see where he's at today and then we'll have more information going forward. He feels like he's OK, but he hasn't done the work yet to test it."
On the tougher side of the injury ledger, left-handed reliever Angel Zerpa is facing a significant decision. According to Todd Rosiak, Murphy confirmed Sunday morning that Zerpa is currently weighing whether to undergo Tommy John surgery. The 24-year-old landed on the injured list earlier this week with forearm tightness, and regardless of his choice, a lengthy absence seems inevitable. We'll keep you posted as more details emerge.
There's also a bit of a scare involving outfielder Jackson Chourio. After taking a foul ball off his foot or ankle Saturday night in Nashville, X-rays came back negative—a huge relief for the top prospect who was expected to return to the majors on Monday. However, based on the latest updates, his comeback might be delayed by a few extra days to ensure he's fully healthy. On a brighter note, first baseman Andrew Vaughn, who has been on a rehab assignment alongside Chourio, is still on track to return Monday in St. Louis.
With the Brewers rolling and key players navigating injuries, it's a pivotal stretch for the team. Stay tuned for more updates, and in the meantime, gear up for the action with the latest Brewers apparel to show your support from the stands or the couch!
