Brewers Minor League Link Report (5/25): Garcia, Di Turi and Biloxi Defense Come Through in Two Sunday Wins

[Ro Mueller]

For the week, Biloxi (5-1), Nashville (4-1), and Wisconsin (4-2) were all series wins, while Carolina managed to claw back for a draw (3-3).

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Rained Out: Nashville vs. Scranton/Wilkes-Barre

A rainout after 1 ½ innings means the stats get wiped off the record, including Ernesto Martinez Jr.’s RBI double and 2 innings from spot starter RHP Easton McGee (2 IP, 1 R, 3 H, 0 BB, 3 Ks in 38 pitches).

Nashville had led 2-1 by that point, but the early ending likely had greater benefits in terms of protecting a pitching staff which was in the midst of a second consecutive bullpen game.

Next week’s outlook: The Sounds (31-19) have a rare Monday game as they commence their series at Pirates’ affiliate Indianapolis (27-21). Will we see rehabbing LHP DL Hall in that series opener?

Biloxi Pre-Game Media Notes
Final: Biloxi 7, Knoxville 6
Box Score and Game Log

Via the Shuckers’ website, game details, and we encourage readers to review affiliate write-ups as part of their Link Report routine: Wilken, Lara Play Hero as Shuckers Snatch Six-Run Comeback Win Over Smokies

Defense was the name of the game as Biloxi came back from a late 6-1 deficit to snatch a Sunday home victory in spite of being out-hit 13-to-8 in the contest.

RHP Coleman Crow’s second start of the week didn’t go as well as hoped, as 5 of 12 Smokies reached base (2 2/3 IP, 3 singles, 2 BB, 1 HBP, 2 Ks) for 3 earned runs, while RHP Abdiel Mendoza ate some innings (3 1/3 IP) but didn’t fare much better (3 R, 5 H, 3 Ks).

Down 6-1, the game turned with patient at-bats to load the bases in the bottom of the 6th inning, then consecutive 2-out RBI hits from C Darrien Miller (1-for-3, double, walk, RBI), OF Garrett Spain (2-for-4, double, 3 RBIs) and SS Jheremy Vargas.

Then a terrific double play started by 2B Zavier Warren ended the 7th inning threat:

And OF Luis Lara made a super throw to prevent damage in the 8th inning:

So 3B Brock Wilken could walk it off in front of 2,925 home fans:

Shuckers’ Extras:

• In contrast to Biloxi’s exceptional defense, the Cubs’ affiliate committed 4 errors, all by the left side of their infield.
• RHPs Tyler Bryant and Justin Yeager got the job done with scoreless 7th to 9th innings, but they weren’t without nervous moments: 1 double, 4 singles, 1 BB, 3 Ks. Yeager’s season ERA is now down to 2.41.
• Lara had a 2-for-4 evening and DH Mike Boeve stole his first base since August 2024.

Next week’s outlook: Biloxi faces a 5.5 hour drive north to Madison, Alabama to take on Angels’ affiliate Rocket City. RHP Alexander Cornielle (1.93 ERA, 1.18 WHIP, 8.4 K/9 in 37 1/3 IP) is the most likely starter for the series opener on Tuesday.

Wisconsin Pre-Game Media Notes
Final: South Bend 8, Wisconsin 3
Box Score and Game Log

Via the Timber Rattlers’ website, game details: Wisconsin Drops Series Finale in South Bend

Wisconsin had already captured a road series win through Tuesday-Friday victories, but unfortunately dropped the 2 weekend games.

Starting 22-year old RHP Jaron DeBerry managed to work around 3 walks in the first two innings before 4 third inning singles put the team in a 3-0 deficit. But here’s a sweet defensive play:

Down 4-0 in the 6th inning, Wisconsin’s golden comeback chance came via a 3B Jadher Areinamo single, OF Eduardo Garcia double and 1B Blake Burke walk, but fizzled with a pitcher change as only 1 came across (via wild pitch).

Timber Rattlers’ Extras:

• Talented RHP Tanner Shears’ 5th outing of 2025 continues his road to recovery after missing the entire 2024 season, but re-establishing control will require more time: 2/3 IP, 3 R (2 ER), 1 H, 1 BB, 2 HBP, 2 WP, 1 K.
• Similarly, RHP Zach Peek is working his way back to form after limited innings in 2023 and 2024, this time retiring all 4 batters faced, 3 via strikeout.
• Areinamo reached base 3 times (1-for-3, 2 walks), OF Hedbert Perez twice (2-for-4).

Next week’s outlook: The Timber Rattlers return home to battle Cardinals’ affiliate Peoria, with Major League LHP Jose Quintana scheduled to make his first rehab start on Tuesday.

Final: Carolina 9, Fredericksburg 1
Box Score and Game Log

Via the Mudcats’ website, game details: Mudcats Earn Series Split with Fredericksburg

This starting pitchers’ duel through 5 innings (tied 1-1, with a combined 12 Ks) quickly turned into a Fredericksburg bullpen nightmare as their staff issued 6 walks in Carolina’s 7-run 6th inning, with 2B Demetrio Nadal contributing the only base hit amongst 11 Mudcats to come to the plate.

Starting LHP Sam Garcia (5 IP, 1 R, 4 H, 3 BB, 1 WP, 6 Ks) had thrown 34 pitches in Tuesday’s contest, but was game to battle for 5 innings and 97 pitches (61 strikes) to lower his season ERA to 1.99 and notch his 4th Win of 2025. He recorded his 6th strikeout to strand 2 baserunners in the bottom of the 5th inning just before Carolina blew the game open.

SS Filippo Di Turi (2-for-4) was the stat champion for Carolina, homering in the 2nd inning, walking and scoring in the 6th frame and doubling in the 9th inning.

Mudcats’ Extras:

• Kudos to RHPs Jack Seppings (3.27 season ERA) and Miles Langhorne (3.98 season ERA) on their fine bullpen work – a combined 4 scoreless innings despite conceding 4 hits and 4 walks.
• Youngsters DH Jesus Made and OF Jose Anderson may have gone a combined 0-for-7 at the plate, but they also drew 3 walks and stole 3 bases (Made now has 17 SBs in 2025).

Next week’s outlook: Carolina (29-15) returns home to play Red Sox affiliate Salem (19-25) for 6 games commencing on Tuesday. RHP Travis Smith (4.32 ERA, 1.56 WHIP, 6.5 K/9 in 25 IP) is the likely starting pitcher for Tuesday’s opening game.

We hope that you enjoy the Minor League Link Report. On Monday, the Milwaukee Brewers get the day started at 1:10pm CST in Boston, followed by the Sounds at 5:35pm CST and ACL Brewers (hosting the ACL Guardians) at 8:00pm CST.

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[Ro Mueller]