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Reds avoid sweep with 4-3 victory that snaps Brewers' five-game winning streak

Santiago Espinal had two RBIs and scored the go-ahead run in the seventh inning as the Cincinnati Reds beat Milwaukee 4-3 to snap the NL Central-leading Brewers’ five-game winning...

AUGUST 11 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Works out of bullpen Tuesday Ross struck out a batter and allowed one hit and one walk over two scoreless innings out of the bullpen Tuesday in the Brewers' 10-0 win over Atlanta.

Impact After returning from the 60-day injured list July 30, Ross started and covered five innings while taking a loss against Atlanta. Ross had started in each of his first 10 appearances of the season with Milwaukee and posted a 4.98 ERA and 1.45 WHIP in those outings before being moved to the bullpen this week. With the acquisition of Frankie Montas at the trade deadline, the Brewers didn't have room in the rotation for Ross, who should continue to operate as a low-leverage reliever until an injury to another starting pitcher reopens a rotation spot.

AUGUST 8 • ROTOWIRE

Takes loss in return Ross (2-5) allowed five runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out four over five innings, taking the loss versus Atlanta on Tuesday.

Impact Ross missed over two months with a back strain, and he was a little rusty in his return. He threw 61 of 87 pitches for strikes but gave up four runs in the third inning and a solo home run to Jarred Kelenic in the fourth. Ross now has a 4.98 ERA, 1.45 WHIP and 39:18 K:BB through 47 innings over 10 starts this season. He is not guaranteed to stay in the rotation, as the Brewers traded for Frankie Montas and have also gotten good results from Colin Rea and Tobias Myers in Ross's absence.

JULY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Takes loss in return Ross (2-5) allowed five runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out four over five innings, taking the loss versus Atlanta on Tuesday.

Impact Ross missed over two months with a back strain, and he was a little rusty in his return. He threw 61 of 87 pitches for strikes but gave up four runs in the third inning and a solo home run to Jarred Kelenic in the fourth. Ross now has a 4.98 ERA, 1.45 WHIP and 39:18 K:BB through 47 innings over 10 starts this season. He is not guaranteed to stay in the rotation, as the Brewers traded for Frankie Montas and have also gotten good results from Colin Rea and Tobias Myers in Ross's absence.

JULY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Brewers activate Joe Ross from the injured list as he returns after missing more than 2 months

Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Joe Ross has been activated from the injured list after missing more than two months with a lower back injury

JULY 30 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Confirmed to start Tuesday Ross (back) will start Tuesday's game versus Atlanta, Todd Rosiak of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

Impact That had been the expectation, but the Brewers' trade for Frankie Montas threw a potential wrench into things. However, Ross will indeed return from the 60-day injured list to take the ball Tuesday. The right-hander might head to the bullpen after that once Montas officially joins the roster. Ross has been sidelined since late May with a back injury and was torched for 11 earned runs on 14 hits and five walks over 8.1 innings in his final two rehab starts.

JULY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Set to join big club, start Tuesday The Brewers are expected to activate Ross (back) from the 60-day injured list and have him start Tuesday against Atlanta at American Family Field, MLB.com reports.

Impact Even though he was lit up for 11 earned runs on 14 hits and five walks over 8.1 innings in his final two rehab outings with Triple-A Nashville, Ross apparently checked out fine physically upon returning to Milwaukee this weekend and completing a bullpen session in front of the coaching and training staffs Saturday. Though Ross looks to be fully stretched out after tossing 80 pitches for Nashville his last time out Wednesday, the Brewers could nonetheless be conservative with his workload against Atlanta, considering he's been on the shelf since May 21 with a low back strain. Moreover, the Brewers have Bryse Wilson and Jakob Junis on hand as multi-inning options out of the bullpen, so the team doesn't have as much of a need for Ross to take on a significant pitch count in his first start with the big club in more than two months.

JULY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles again in rehab start Ross (back) made a rehab start Wednesday with Triple-A Nashville and gave up three earned runs on five hits and two walks while striking out three over 4.1 innings.

Impact Ross tossed 80 pitches (50 strikes) in Wednesday's outing and looks ready to return from the 60-day injured list from a workload standpoint, but it's unclear if the Brewers will turn to him to fill the vacant spot in their rotation. Before landing on the IL on May 21 with a low back strain, Ross turned in unremarkable ratios (4.50 ERA, 1.38 WHIP) over his nine starts, and his recent results at Nashville haven't inspired much confidence. He began a rehab assignment earlier this month and has now made four minor-league starts in total, but he's labored in both of his past two outings, striking out six while allowing 11 earned runs on 14 hits and five walks over 8.1 innings between those starts. Milwaukee will require a fifth starter again this coming Tuesday versus Atlanta, but Ross' poor form of late could prompt the team to opt for a bullpen game rather than activating the right-hander.

JULY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Another rehab start coming Friday Ross (back) is scheduled to make the third start of his rehab assignment Friday with Triple-A Nashville, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports.

Impact Ross' upcoming start with Nashville could be his last before he returns from the 60-day injured list. He built up to 3.2 innings and 46 pitches in his latest start with Nashville on Wednesday, so Ross will likely be targeted for around 60-to-75 pitches in his upcoming outing. After designating Dallas Keuchel for assignment Sunday, Milwaukee has an opening in its rotation that would next need to be filled July 24 versus the Cubs. If Friday's rehab start goes well, Ross could be part of the Brewers' plans for the July 24 game as a starter or bulk reliever.

JULY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Covers 3.2 innings in rehab start Ross (back) struck out three over 3.2 scoreless innings in his rehab start Wednesday with Triple-A Nashville. He scattered two hits and one walk in the 46-pitch start.

Impact Ross took the hill on three days' rest for his second minor-league rehab start, after he had previously covered 2.2 innings and 34 pitches in his first rehab outing with High-A Wisconsin this past Saturday. The right-hander recorded his 11 outs in efficient fashion Wednesday and should continue to build up his pitch count over the course of at least two more rehab starts. He could return from the 60-day injured list and return to the Milwaukee rotation shortly after the All-Star break.

JULY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for rehab outings Ross (back) will make a rehab start with High-A Wisconsin on Saturday.

Impact Ross has been sidelined since May 20 and has been ruled out through the All-Star break. It's unclear how many pitches he'll throw in his first rehab appearance, though it's a clear step forward and an indication he has the chance to rejoin the rotation at some point in July.

JULY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Brewers and Cubs meet with series tied 1-1

Both the Milwaukee Brewers and the Chicago Cubs are looking for a series win with a victory on Sunday

JUNE 30 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brewers host the Cubs, aim to continue home win streak

The Milwaukee Brewers host the Chicago Cubs trying to continue a six-game home winning streak

JUNE 29 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brewers host the Cubs to open 3-game series

The Milwaukee Brewers start a three-game series at home against the Chicago Cubs on Friday

JUNE 28 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ruled out through All-Star break Ross (back) will throw a bullpen session Tuesday, Jack Stern of Brewer Fanatic reports.

Impact Ross suffered a setback with his back injury earlier this month but is ready to test things from the bump again. A return before the end of the first half for the righty was ruled out Monday by Brewers manager Pat Murphy, as Ross will need multiple throwing sessions from the mound and eventually a rehab assignment.

JUNE 24 • 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 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mid-June return possible Ross (back) will throw a bullpen session this weekend, Todd Rosiak of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

Impact Ross will need to make at least one rehab start after that, but a return by mid-June is possible if everything goes according to plan. The veteran right-hander has been sidelined since late May with a lower-back strain. Ross has collected a 4.50 ERA and 35:16 K:BB over 42 innings covering nine starts with the Brewers this season.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

Brewers right-hander Joe Ross placed on injured list due to low back strain

Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Joe Ross was placed on the 15-day injured list on Tuesday because of a low back strain

MAY 21 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brewers place Ross on IL (low back strain), recall Myers MIAMI -- It wasn’t exactly the birthday present Joe Ross expected -- or one he ever wanted. Less than 24 hours after Ross exited after just...

MAY 21 • MLB.COM

Brewers starter Joe Ross leaves after first inning vs. Marlins with lower back strain

Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Joe Ross has left his start against the Miami Marlins after the first inning because of a lower back strain

MAY 20 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Exits start early Ross was removed from Monday's start against the Marlins after one scoreless inning due to back tightness, Sophia Minnaert of Bally Sports Wisconsin reports.

Impact Ross was reportedly dealing with some back tightness before Monday's start, but he felt good enough to give it a go after warming up. However, his back tightened back up during a 15-pitch first inning, per Minnaert. Jared Koenig was called upon out of the bullpen following the right-hander's departure and will likely be asked to eat up a few frames.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Marlins host the Brewers to open 3-game series

The Miami Marlins start a three-game series at home against the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday

MAY 20 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sal Frelick shines at the plate and in the field as Brewers beat Pirates 4-3

Sal Frelick homered for the first time this season, Joe Ross and three relievers combined on a three-hitter, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-3

MAY 15 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Reynolds leads Pirates against the Brewers after 5-hit outing

The Pittsburgh Pirates play the Milwaukee Brewers after Bryan Reynolds had five hits against the Brewers on Monday

MAY 14 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bobby Witt Jr. powers Royals past Brewers 6-4

Bobby Witt Jr. hit a home run and scored three times to lead the Kansas City Royals over the Milwaukee Brewers 6-4

MAY 8 • ASSOCIATED PRESS