Brewers Injury News & Notes: Updates on Chourio, Vaughn, Misiorowski, Zerpa, and more

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Brewers Injury News & Notes: Updates on Chourio, Vaughn, Misiorowski, Zerpa, and more

Brewers Injury News & Notes: Updates on Chourio, Vaughn, Misiorowski, Zerpa, and more

A few notes on this sunny Sunday afternoon

Brewers Injury News & Notes: Updates on Chourio, Vaughn, Misiorowski, Zerpa, and more

A few notes on this sunny Sunday afternoon

It’s been a whirlwind weekend for the Milwaukee Brewers, and if you’ve been following along, you know there’s plenty to unpack. The Crew extended their win streak to three with a solid victory in the nation’s capital on Saturday, but the news cycle hasn’t slowed down one bit. From a potential scare with a young arm to some positive updates on a top prospect, here’s everything you need to know to stay in the loop.

Let’s start with the biggest sigh of relief: Jacob Misiorowski. The talented right-hander exited Friday night’s game in Washington after 5 1/3 no-hit innings, and fans held their breath. The culprit? A cramp. While that sounds minor, anytime a pitcher leaves early, it raises eyebrows. Fortunately, it looks like Misiorowski dodged a serious injury. The team has a TBD slot for Wednesday’s series finale in St. Louis, which would be his turn in the rotation. Whether he takes the ball as scheduled or gets a few extra days of precautionary rest remains to be seen. Manager Pat Murphy summed it up best: “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.” With an off day on Thursday before the team returns to Milwaukee, don’t be surprised if Misiorowski gets a little extra time to recover.

On the flip side, the news isn’t as bright for Angel Zerpa. Murphy confirmed Sunday morning that the left-hander is currently weighing a decision on whether to undergo Tommy John surgery. Zerpa landed on the injured list earlier this week with forearm tightness, and regardless of his choice, it looks like he’ll face a lengthy absence. This is a tough blow for a pitcher who showed promise, and we’ll keep you updated as more details emerge.

Now for some good news on the position player front. Outfielder Jackson Chourio, who was expected to return to the majors on Monday, took a foul ball off his foot and ankle during Saturday night’s game in Nashville. The initial fear was palpable, but X-rays came back negative. That’s a huge relief for a player who’s been a bright spot in the system. That said, his return might be delayed by a few extra days as he recovers. Meanwhile, first baseman Andrew Vaughn, who’s been on a rehab assignment alongside Chourio, is still on track to join the team Monday in St. Louis.

It’s a mixed bag of updates, but for Brewers fans, the takeaway is clear: the team is battling through adversity while keeping their eyes on the prize. Stay tuned for more as the week unfolds.

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