Brewers Minor League Link Report (4/19): Jose Anderson Delivers Wilson’s Second Walk-Off Win of the Week

For the week, Nashville (5-1) and Wisconsin (3-2) were series winners. Wilson (3-3) pulled off a draw and Biloxi (2-4) fell just short.

Transactions:

• 1B/OF Tyler Black activated from AAA Nashville’s 7-day injured list
• RHP Craig Yoho sent on rehab assignment to AAA Nashville
• C Andrick Nava transferred to Nashville’s Development List

Game Action:

Nashville Pre-Game Media Notes
Final: Worcester 4, Nashville 2
Box Score and Game Log

Via the Sounds’ website, game details and we encourage readers to review affiliate write-ups as part of their Link Report routine: Sounds Win Streak Snapped in Sunday's 4-2 Loss to Worcester

The linked game recap by Nishant Brahme does a solid job covering this relatively low-scoring Sunday affair, during which opening RHP Peter Strzelecki (3-up, 3-down 1st inning) and bulk LHP Shane Drohan (5 IP, 2 R, 6 H, 1 BB, 3 Ks; 80 pitches) could have benefited from more run support.

Early season injuries to Tyler Black (last played April 5) and Craig Yoho (made 2026 debut in this game) likely cost them some MLB opportunities over the past 2 weeks, but they’re back and the spotlight is on them for a potential near-term call-up. Yoho issued a walk and a hit-by-pitch (on a 72.3mph sweeper) in a scoreless 7th inning, while Black grounded out twice and popped out before his 9th inning 105mph double to center field.

Black’s RBI double prompted Worcester to call upon 100mph-throwing closer Tayron Guerrero, against whom C Jeferson Quero impressively smacked an RBI single to right field before the comeback fell short.

Sounds’ Extras:

• After 3B Jett Williams doubled to open the bottom of the 1st inning (and was stranded), the offense only produced 2 singles over the next 7 frames.
• LHP Drew Rom (1/3 IP, 2 R, 2 H, 2 BB, 0 Ks) unfortunately allowed an earned run in his 4th consecutive relief outing, but LHP Brian Fitzpatrick (2/3 IP, 0 R, 0 Ks) and RHP Joe Corbett (1 IP, 0 R, 2 Ks) did their part to keep Nashville within striking distance.
• Congrats to OF Jheremy Vargas on his first AAA hit, a single to center field in the 3rd inning.

Next week’s outlook: Nashville (11-9) hits the road for a 7-game series at White Sox affiliate Charlotte (9-11), with the opening game set for 12:05pm on Tuesday.

Biloxi Pre-Game Media Notes
Final: Columbus 10, Biloxi 8 (in 12 innings)
Box Score and Game Log

Via the Shuckers’ website, game details: Shuckers Drop Heartbreaker to Clingstones in 12 Innings

With only 14 active pitchers on the roster, RHP Stiven Cruz (3 2/3 IP, 4 Ks) looked like the last man standing as he heroically retired 11 straight batters from the 9th through the 12th innings, even keeping the Manfred Men from scoring in the 10th and 11th frames.

Unfortunately, Columbus eventually got to Cruz with a 2-out, run-scoring single to tie the game in the bottom of the 12th before following with the walk-off homer. That’s a tough break, but also a reminder of why relievers typically don’t have to face an opposing lineup a second time.

Before the lock-down late-game pitching, both offenses were humming along, with Biloxi scoring in 5 of the first 7 innings and taking a 7-6 lead on 2B Dylan O’Rae’s RBI single. Unfortunately, O’Rae was thrown out trying for 2nd base, one of two Shuckers thrown out on the basepaths in that frame.

O’Rae and SS Jesus Made combined for 6 hits, 3 RBIs, 2 walks and 2 stolen bases to lead the offense alongside OF Mike Boeve (3-for-4, double, 2 walks), who did well to break out of a recent slump.

Starting 20-year old RHP Manuel Rodriguez (4 IP, 4 R, 4 H, 1 BB, 1 K) wasn’t able to replicate his solid Tuesday outing (4 2/3 IP, 1 R, 6 Ks), as he allowed 3 home runs in the 2nd and 3rd innings to cough up an early 3-0 advantage, exiting down 4-3.

Shuckers’ Extras:

• Rather than risk 1B Blake Burke smashing yet another homer (he has 7 on the young season), Columbus chose to intentionally walk him with 2 outs in the top of the 10th inning, after which OF Tayden Hall popped out. Unfortunately, Hall compounded his woe by being picked off of 2nd base as the Manfred Man in the 11th inning.
• LHP Mark Manfredi Sr. stranded 2 inherited baserunners in the 6th inning, but was not immune to the high-scoring affair as he conceded his first run of 2026 on a 2-out single in the 7th inning. He also walked the next 2 batters to load the bases, but escaped via a ground ball force out.
• The 26 at-bats with runners in scoring position may have been the second-most in Shuckers’ history (per the linked game report), but 3-for-26 production with RISP will need to improve.
• Here’s the 2-out RBI single off the bat of OF Jordyn Adams, who was nearly credited with the game-winning hit.

Next week’s outlook: Biloxi (7-8) returns home to battle Angels’ affiliate Rocket City (7-8), with RHP Ryan Birchard (9 IP, 5 R (4 ER), 12 Ks in 3 games) listed as the starter for the series opener on Tuesday.

Wisconsin Pre-Game Media Notes
Final: Peoria 11, Wisconsin 1
Box Score and Game Log

Via the Timber Rattlers’ website, game details: Rattlers Fall Behind Early and Drop Series Finale to Chiefs

Despite the defeat, Wisconsin’s terrific media team has put together video highlights:

We’re also treated to the insightful post-game podcast by Chris Mehring and Jonathan Timm, providing 13 minutes of discussion and featuring Manager Nick Stanley

Having already captured the series with Saturday’s victory, perhaps the Timber Rattlers took their eye off the ball in this one, as Peoria put up a 4-spot in the 2nd inning and added more runs in most innings thereafter.

Starting RHP Yorman Galindez had been solid through 2 outings (4 IP, 1 R, 5 Ks), but a full count walk and hit-by-pitch to open the 2nd inning set the stage for the 3-run homer, followed by a walk, wild pitch and another earned run.

Four walks for Wisconsin in the bottom of the 2nd inning gave them a chance to immediately get back into the game, but the breakthrough hit didn’t come so only 1 run came home.

Timber Rattlers’ Extras:

• While the wide margin may jump out to most readers when looking at the box score, our attention is drawn to the early exit of C Marco Dinges, who played only 2 innings after flying out in the 1st frame. If and when we receive an update on his status, we’ll be sure to post it in the Minor League Forum.
• Each of the Timber Rattlers’ four relievers conceded at least one earned run, with RHP Yerlin Rodriguez (2/3 IP, 1 R, 1 K) issuing 3 walks and a hit-by-pitch and RHP Braylon Owens (3 IP, 4 R, 4 Ks) allowing 6 hits and 4 walks.
• Despite the blow-out, 8 of 9 Wisconsin position players reached base via hit or walk in the contest, highlighted by 2B Daniel Dickinson (1-for-3, walk), OF Josiah Ragsdale (1-for-3, walk) and DH Andrew Fischer (1-for-4, double).

Next week’s outlook: Wisconsin (8-5) travels to Fort Wayne, Indiana to take on the Padres’ affiliate (6-9), which is stocked with a number of their top prospects as mentioned in the podcast.

Final: Wilson 5, Hill City 3
Box Score and Game Log

Via the Warbirds’ website, game details: Anderson Home Run Propels Warbirds to Walk-off Win

After striking out in his first two at-bats (including with the bases loaded to end the 5th inning), OF Jose Anderson played hero to deliver a 2-out RBI single to give Wilson its first lead at 3-2 in the bottom of the 7th inning before blasting the no doubt 2-run walk-off homer to win the game.

The team can thank starting RHP Tyler Renz (4 IP, 2 R, 3 H, 3 BB, 2 Ks; 1.93 ERA) and impressive middle reliever LHP Anfernny Reyes (2 IP, 0 R, 1 H, 0 BB, 1 K; 0.00 ERA) for keeping the game close while the offense tried to warm up in 59-degree weather.

C Yannic Walther (1-for-3, double, walk) delivered Wilson’s first hit of the game, a double to open the bottom of the 5th inning, scoring on a first-pitch swinging single off the bat of SS Brady Ebel (1-for-4, walk, RBI) to cut the deficit to 2-1 at that point.

RHPs Joshua Quezada (2 IP, 1 R, 2 H, 1 BB, 3 Ks) and Ayendy Bravo (1 IP, 0 R, 2 H, 0 BB, 3 Ks) faced a bit of traffic in the final 3 frames, but limited the damage by recording a combined 6 strikeouts.

Warbirds’ Extras:

• Anderson now leads the team with 3 homers (second place has 1) and 18 RBIs (second place has 8) in 14 games played. Anderson also stole his 2nd base in the contest.
• Congrats to OF Nick Monile on his first official minor league hit, a bunt single to start the 7th inning rally.
• Recognition also goes to OF Handelfry Encarnacion (1-for-3, 2 walks, RBI) and 3B Luis Lameda, who extended his hitting streak to 6 games while adding a stolen base.

Next week’s outlook: Wilson (6-9) heads over to Maryland to take on Orioles’ affiliate Delmarva (4-11) for 6 games.

We hope that you enjoy the Minor League Link Report. On Monday, the affiliates have a travel day and the Milwaukee Brewers are also off before commencing their series in Detroit on Tuesday.

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