Milwaukee officially hit 80 wins yesterday, becoming the first team in the league to cross that threshold after grinding out a 2-1 series-opening victory against the Atlanta Braves. It was a tough battle against Braves ace Chris Sale, but the Brewers got it done. Now, can they keep that momentum rolling today?
Today’s Pitching Matchup is All About Control
Today’s game won’t be a cakewalk, but the Brewers face a different challenge on the mound. Atlanta’s Martín Pérez takes the bump, and this dude has been around since 2012 for a reason. He’s 35, doesn’t light up the radar gun with an 89.3 mph average fastball, but Pérez is all about limiting barrels and forcing ground balls. Seriously, his 3.15 ERA and 133 ERA+ this year are proof he’s having his second-best season ever, even if his 4.14 FIP hints at some luck.
For the Brewers, it’s rookie right-hander Logan Henderson getting the nod. This kid is a revelation when healthy, rocking a 2.44 ERA through 17 career starts. Yeah, he’s missed some time with injuries the last couple of seasons, but he’s made 12 starts this year with an insane 2.70 ERA and an even more impressive 0.87 WHIP. The Brewers are riding high, and Henderson’s arm is a big part of that.
Their lineup is ready to back him up. Jackson Chourio leads it off, followed by Brice Turang. Then comes William Contreras, who went absolutely off yesterday, going 4-for-4 with an RBI in that tight 2-1 win. Jake Bauers, the team’s home run leader with 22, is in right field, with Andrew Vaughn at first. Rounding out the order are designated hitter Christian Yelich, third baseman Joey Ortiz, center fielder Luis Lara, and shortstop Cooper Pratt. This is a potent group, and they’ll need to keep the bats hot against Pérez.
Brandon Woodruff’s Wild News: A Playoff Game Changer?
Hold up, though. While everyone’s focused on the 80-win milestone, there’s a bombshell dropping that could completely change the Brewers’ season. Remember right-hander Brandon Woodruff? The guy who left in late July for shoulder surgery? Well, get this: his shoulder has shown “remarkably unexpected healing.” His surgeon, Dr. Keith Meister, is no longer recommending surgery. Seriously! Woodruff is set to start throwing progression this Wednesday.
It’s hard to be too optimistic after the season he’s had, but this is wild. Woodruff himself is “thankful.” Manager Pat Murphy even admitted it’s “possible” Woodruff could pitch sometime this postseason. Imagine that! From surgery to potentially pitching in October? That’s the kind of unexpected twist that could flip a whole season. This isn’t just about getting to 80 wins; it’s about what an unexpected boost like Woodruff’s potential return could mean for a deep run.
So, the Brewers are firing on all cylinders, leading the league in wins, and now they get this incredible news about Woodruff. You can catch today’s game at 1:10 p.m. CT on Brewers.TV, WTMJ 620, and the Brewers Radio Network. Don’t miss it, because the Brewers are on an absolute tear, and the league is officially on notice.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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