MILWAUKEE BREWERS NEWS

Cubs move a step closer to playoff elimination, losing 4-3 to Brewers in 10 innings

The Chicago Cubs were pushed to the brink of playoff elimination by the NL Central champion Milwaukee Brewers, who won 4-3 on Carlos Santana’s run-scoring double in the 10th inning

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brewers designate Julio Teheran for assignment as they prepare for playoffs

The Milwaukee Brewers designated Julio Teheran for assignment just over a week after the two-time All-Star right-hander had returned from the injured list

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Trevor Megill - Moves to restricted list The Brewers transferred Megill (paternity) to the restricted list Friday, Curt Hogg of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

Impact Megill was placed on the paternity list Tuesday, and his move to the restricted list will allow Megill to spend extra time away from the team. Manager Craig Counsell said Megill is expected to return to the team Saturday, so the 29-year-old's availability for the postseason seemingly won't be affected.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mark Canha - Sitting out Friday Canha isn't in the Brewers' lineup Friday against the Cubs.

Impact Canha was able to break his three-game hitless streak with a single during Thursday's win over St. Louis, and he will now get his second day off in three games. William Contreras will serve as Milwaukee's designated hitter with Canha out, and Victor Caratini will start behind the plate while batting eighth.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Julio Teheran - Designated for assignment The Brewers designated Teheran for assignment Friday.

Impact After starting the season hot with a 1.53 ERA and 0.88 WHIP through 35.1 innings across his first six starts, Teheran has allowed 29 earned runs over 36.1 frames since June 27. His second-half struggles will ultimately cost Teheran his spot on the Crew's 40-man roster, and it will be given to Caleb Boushley, who is set to make his MLB debut Friday.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Caleb Boushley - Selected to MLB roster The Brewers selected Boushley's contract from Triple-A Nashville on Friday.

Impact Boushley recorded a 5.11 ERA and 1.38 WHIP through 135.2 innings with Nashville this season. He won't start Friday's game against the Cubs, but the 29-year-old Wisconsin native could give the Brewers a few innings out of the bullpen behind Colin Rea. Julio Teheran was designated for assignment to clear a spot on the 40-man roster.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ethan Small - Back in minors The Brewers optioned Small to Triple-A Nashville on Friday.

Impact One day after recording his first major-league save, Small will head back to Triple-A in favor of Clayton Andrews. Small holds an 8.71 ERA and a 2.61 WHIP through 10.1 big-league innings in his career, though the 26-year-old lefty could still be in a position to compete for a spot in Milwaukee's bullpen during spring training next year.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clayton Andrews - Up from Nashville The Brewers recalled Andrews from Triple-A Nashville on Friday.

Impact Andrews had a largely successful season with Nashville, recording a 2.53 ERA and 1.23 WHIP through 57 innings. He has not had the same success at the major league level, giving up eight earned runs over just 1.2 innings in three appearances. Nonetheless, Andrews will replace Ethan Small on the major-league roster and could see action during Milwaukee's series against Chicago if the Brewers opt to keep their primary bullpen pieces fresh for the playoffs.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

MLB Playoff Watch: What to follow — and what’s still to be decided — on a wild final weekend

Five playoff spots, including a division title, are still up for grabs entering MLB's final regular-season weekend. Here's everything you ne...

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Cubs aim to end losing streak in game against the Brewers

The Chicago Cubs aim to stop their three-game losing streak with a win over the Milwaukee Brewers

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

How to Watch Brewers vs. Cubs Game 3: TV Channel & Live Stream - September 29

Preview the September 29 matchup between the Milwaukee Brewers and Chicago Cubs with recent trends, how to watch, livestream info, and more.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • DATA SKRIVE

Brewers vs. Cubs Prediction, Odds, Picks - September 29

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • DATA SKRIVE

Ethan Small - Secures first career save Small gave up two walks and no hits in a scoreless inning, en route to his first career save in Thursday's 3-0 win over the Cardinals.

Impact Small has not traditionally been an option to close games in his limited work so far, however the team was willing to experiment with the rookie in a high-leverage spot given they are likely providing their regulars extra rest in advance of the playoffs. The southpaw made things tight by bringing the tying run to the plate in Masyn Winn after allowing two walks, but managed to close the door and preserve the team shutout. This was Small's first game back since being recalled from the injured list Wednesday, and he has pitched to a 11.25 ERA and 2.75 WHIP across four innings with six strikeouts in an injury-riddled season.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Julio Teheran - Earns win in scoreless outing Teheran (3-5) allowed one hit across four scoreless innings, earning the win in Thursday's 3-0 win over the Cardinals. He struck out four.

Impact Teheran took over to provide some long relief after Corbin Burnes pitched four innings, responding with four clean innings of his own to keep the team shutout intact. The right-hander has shown well in bulk relief this month, pitching to a 2 ERA and 1.11 WHIP with six strikeouts across nine innings.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Corbin Burnes - Fires four scoreless in win Burnes did not allow a run on five hits and one walk across four innings in Thursday's 3-0 win over the Cardinals. He struck out four.

Impact Burnes likely earned some rest in advance of the playoffs, only throwing 66 pitches across four innings before turning the ball over to Julio Teheran. The right-hander has put together another excellent season, pitching to a 3.39 ERA and 1.07 WHIP across 193.2 innings. Notably, he reached the 200 strikeout milestone for the third season in a row, highlighting his consistency and reliability when taking the mound.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Freddy Peralta - Resting on final turn Peralta will not pitch this weekend against the Cubs, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports.

Impact Peralta appeared lined up for Saturday's game versus Chicago, but the NL Central-champion Brewers will instead give him extended rest leading into the playoffs. The 27-year-old right-hander finishes with a 3.86 ERA, 1.12 WHIP and 210:54 K:BB in 165.2 regular-season innings.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Corbin Burnes, Brewers shut out Cardinals Starter Corbin Burnes tossed four scoreless innings in a tune-up for the postseason to pace the Milwaukee Brewers to 3-0 victory over the vi...

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Colin Rea - Getting start Friday Rea is scheduled to start Friday against the Cubs, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports.

Impact Rea gets the ball in place of Brandon Woodruff, who will not make another start for the NL Central champs until the Wild Card Series. Rea, 33, holds a 4.74 ERA, 1.22 WHIP and 104:38 K:BB in 119.2 innings (21 starts, four relief appearances) this season with the Brewers.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Brandon Woodruff - Won't pitch final weekend Woodruff will not pitch over the final weekend of the regular season, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports.

Impact Woodruff would be on normal rest for Friday's series opener against the Cubs, but he'll instead stay fresh with rounds of live batting practice as the Brewers line up their postseason rotation. Colin Rea is the listed starter Friday versus Chicago, followed by a TBD on Saturday and Adrian Houser on Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Garrett Mitchell returns to Milwaukee lineup as the Brewers beat the St. Louis Cardinals 3-0

Garrett Mitchell doubled, walked twice and scored in his first big league game since April, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the St. Louis Cardinals 3-0

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Back from lengthy IL stint, Mitchell eyes postseason role for Crew MILWAUKEE -- Garrett Mitchell beat the odds just by making it onto the Brewers’ lineup card on Thursday afternoon against the Cardinals at A...

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • MLB.COM

Garrett Mitchell returns to Brewers lineup from April shoulder injury

Milwaukee Brewers rookie center fielder Garrett Mitchell returned to the lineup after a quicker-than-anticipated recovery from an early-season shoulder injury

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brewers activate OF Garrett Mitchell from 60-day IL The playoff-bound Milwaukee Brewers reinstated outfielder Garrett Mitchell from the 60-day injured list Thursday.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Tyrone Taylor - Takes seat Thursday Taylor is out of the lineup Thursday versus the Cardinals.

Impact Taylor went 2-for-4 with two doubles, two RBI and a run scored in the Brewers' defeat of St. Louis on Wednesday and is slashing .300/.329/.586 in 73 plate appearances since the beginning of September, but Christian Yelich (back) and Garrett Mitchell (shoulder) now being healthy puts a question mark on his claim to playing time in the Milwaukee outfield. Sal Frelick will also ride the pine in Thursday's series finale against the Cardinals.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sal Frelick - Heads to bench Thursday Frelick is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Cardinals.

Impact Frelick is enjoying a productive rookie season overall, but his OPS has fallen from .769 to .702 since the beginning of September and he could get dinged on playing time as the Brewers work Garrett Mitchell (shoulder) back into the mix. Mitchell will start in center field Thursday with Mark Canha patrolling right field. Tyrone Taylor is also on the bench.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE