JAKOB JUNIS NEWS

Brice Turang's grand slam caps 7-run 4th inning for Brewers, who beat Cubs 7-1

Brice Turang hit Milwaukee’s fifth grand slam in its last eight games as part of a seven-run fourth inning, and the Brewers rolled to a 7-1 victory over the Chicago Cubs

JUNE 30, 2024 • Associated Press

Covers three innings Saturday Junis tossed three innings out of the bullpen in Saturday's 6-4 loss to the Padres, giving up two runs on four hits and no walks while striking out two.

Impact Though it might not have been manager Pat Murphy's plan heading into the day, Junis was essentially piggybacked starter Carlos F. Rodriguez, who was pulled from the contest after laboring through four innings and racking up 72 pitches. Meanwhile, Junis -- who was making his first appearance since April 2 following his recent reinstatement from the 60-day injured list -- was far more efficient, needing 39 pitches to record nine outs while largely steering clear of damage until Kyle Higashioka took him deep in the seventh inning for a two-run home run. With Rodriguez now 0-3 with a 7.30 ERA through his first three big-league starts, it wouldn't be surprising if the Brewers optioned him to Triple-A Nashville to open up a starting spot for Junis, who had previously been part of the Opening Day rotation before landing on the shelf in April.

JUNE 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Yankees star Aaron Judge says scans negative for breaks after he was hit on hand by 94 mph pitch

Yankees star Aaron Judge says X-rays and a CT scan were negative after he was hit on the left hand by a 94 mph fastball from Albert Suárez, forcing the slugger out of New York’s 4-...

JUNE 19, 2024 • Associated Press

Could join Brewers next week Junis (shoulder) will pitch another sim game in Arizona on Monday and could join the Brewers afterward, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports.

Impact The Brewers embark on a seven-game West Coast trip Monday, playing three-games in Los Angeles and four in San Diego. Already in Arizona, Junis could rejoin the team during that stretch, though it's unclear if he'd immediately return to the rotation or would be eased in from the bullpen. The 31-year-old was moved to Arizona from Triple-A Nashville due to velocity concerns and most recently threw a four-inning simulated game Wednesday.

JUNE 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Simulated game set for Wednesday Junis (shoulder) will throw a four-inning simulated game Wednesday, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports.

Impact Junis made a 2.1-inning rehab start Saturday with Triple-A Nashville, but his velocity wasn't where he and the Brewers hoped. If the velocity is back during Wednesday's simulated game, it's possible he could be cleared to return next week. Junis has been sidelined since early April, first with a right shoulder impingement and then with a head injury that occurred when he was hit by a ball during batting practice.

JUNE 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Brewers place LHP Robert Gasser on IL and recall Aaron Ashby and Tobias Myers from minors

Milwaukee Brewers rookie left-handed pitcher Robert Gasser has gone on the injured list with a left flexor strain

JUNE 5, 2024 • Associated Press

Brewers' Jakob Junis hit by fly ball in batting practice, taken away in ambulance

Jakob Junis of the Milwaukee Brewers was taken away in an ambulance after being hit by a line drive during batting practice at Pittsburgh

APRIL 22, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Brewers pitcher Jakob Junis taken in ambulance after being struck by fly ball during batting practice A Milwaukee Brewers player was taken off the field in an ambulance prior to first pitch Monday evening after being stuck by a fly ball durin...

APRIL 22, 2024 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Brewers place starter Jakob Junis on injured list, recall former top-prospect Aaron Ashby

The Milwaukee Brewers placed starting pitcher Jakob Junis on the 15-day injured list Saturday because of a right shoulder impingement, retroactive to Wednesday

APRIL 6, 2024 • Associated Press

Brewers claim RHP Vladimir Gutierrez off waivers from Marlins and send him to Triple-A

The Milwaukee Brewers have claimed right-handed pitcher Vladimir Gutierrez off waivers from the Miami Marlins and assigned him to their Triple-A affiliate in Nashville

APRIL 5, 2024 • Associated Press

Fires four efficient innings Junis struck out four and allowed one run on three hits and a walk over four innings Tuesday against the Twins.

Impact Junis pounded the zone with 34 of his 47 pitches going for a strike, but the Brewers clearly had a plan in place and went the bullpen to begin the fifth inning. The right-hander missed out on the victory, but it was an encouraging first start of the season, which could earn him a longer lease in subsequent outings. Junis may only have a couple turns to stake his claim to the rotation with Wade Miley (shoulder) nearing a rehab assignment.

APRIL 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Brewers begin 2-game series against the Twins

The Milwaukee Brewers begin a two-game series at home against the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday

APRIL 2, 2024 • Associated Press

Junis makes strong rotation bid with four no-hit innings SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- Right-hander Jakob Junis rebounded from a rocky first appearance with the Brewers’ most efficient start of the spring S...

MARCH 11, 2024 • MLB.COM

Pitcher Jakob Junis guaranteed $7 million in 1-year contract with the Milwaukee Brewers

Right-hander Jakob Junis is guaranteed $7 million as part of his one-year contract with the Milwaukee Brewers and could earn $12 million over two seasons

FEBRUARY 20, 2024 • Associated Press

Right-hander Jakob Junis and Brewers finalize 1-year contract

Right-hander Jakob Junis and the Milwaukee Brewers finalized a one-year contract that includes a mutual option for 2025

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • Associated Press

Reports: Brewers land free agent RHP Jakob Junis Four days after trading away Corbin Burnes, the Milwaukee Brewers reportedly added to their pitching staff by agreeing to a deal with free a...

FEBRUARY 6, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Reports: Brewers land free agent RHP Jakob Junis Four days after trading away Corbin Burnes, the Milwaukee Brewers reportedly added to their pitching staff by agreeing to a deal with free a...

FEBRUARY 6, 2024 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Reports: Brewers land free agent RHP Jakob Junis Four days after trading away Corbin Burnes, the Milwaukee Brewers reportedly added to their pitching staff by agreeing to a deal with free a...

FEBRUARY 6, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

RHP Junis agrees to deal with Brewers (source) Right-handed pitcher Jakob Junis has agreed to a one-year, $7 million contract with the Brewers, a source told MLB.com's Mark Feinsand. The...

FEBRUARY 6, 2024 • MLB.COM

Brewers, RHP Jakob Junis agree to one-year, $7 million contract: Sources Junis, 31, made only four starts in his 40 appearances for the San Francisco Giants last season.

FEBRUARY 6, 2024 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Joining Milwaukee Junis signed a contract with the Brewers on Monday, Kiley McDaniel of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Junis has been used out of the bullpen for the majority of the last two seasons while with San Francisco (four starts in 63 outings), but McDaniel notes that Milwaukee plans to see what he can do as a starting pitcher. He should have a good chance to claim a spot near the back end of the Brewers' rotation, especially following the departure of Corbin Burnes to the Orioles less than a week ago.

FEBRUARY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out for season The Giants placed Junis on the 15-day injured list Tuesday with a cervical strain, Maria I. Guardado of MLB.com reports.

Impact Junis was taken out of his appearance Saturday against the Dodgers reporting neck tightness, and he will now be held out for the final week of the season. The 31-year-old righty logged a 3.87 ERA and 1.29 WHIP through 86 innings while posting a 96:21 K:BB. Joey Bart was recalled from Triple-A Sacramento to fill Junis' roster spot.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with neck tightness Junis was lifted from Saturday's game against the Dodgers with neck tightness, Maria I. Guardado of MLB.com reports.

Impact Junis was supposed to work in bulk relief for the Giants, but he made it just 1.1 innings before departing with the neck issue. Ross Stripling replaced him to begin the bottom of the fifth.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Works four innings in bulk relief Junis allowed two runs (one earned) on four hits and one walk while striking out five batters over four innings in bulk relief against the Rockies in Game 2 of a doubleheader Satur...

Impact Scott Alexander started for San Francisco and got two outs before Junis entered in the first frame with a runner on second base. Junis surrendered a single to allow the inherited runner to score, and he yielded two runs of his own in the third inning before departing with two outs in the fifth. The right-hander has bounced between opening and pitching in bulk relief lately, tossing more than one frame in each of his past five outings. However, he hasn't pitched more than four innings in any appearance this season, and he's recorded just one decision -- a win -- over his past 22 games despite pitching to a solid 3.47 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 51:5 K:BB over 49.1 frames during that span.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Covers most innings Tuesday Junis allowed two runs on four hits and one walk while striking out two over 2.2 innings during Tuesday's 11-8 loss to the Cubs. He did not factor in the decision.

Impact Junis led the Giants' staff in both innings pitched and pitches (44; 27 strikes), though it was far from a true bulk assignment. The right-hander remains a versatile option out of the bullpen, but he has been pitching roughly every fifth day for a few weeks. Junis has a 3.97 ERA, 1.31 WHIP and 88:20 K:BB across 79.1 innings over 37 appearances (four starts). Given the length of Tuesday's outing, he could be available some time over the weekend against the Rockies, though he would line up to make his next outing versus the Guardians.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE