Alexander Up, Brewers Continue to Rotate Pitching

Making his Major League debut when starting last night for Milwaukee, Jason Alexander posted seven strong innings against the Chicago Cubs. Allowing just three runs (two earned) on seven hits, Alexander stuck out and walked three apiece. With the game tied at three when he departed, Alexander was not in line for his first victory. Ultimately Chicago plated a run in the bottom of the 10th inning to take the victory.

Jake Cousins was transferred from the 10-day to 60-day injured list in order to free up a 40-man roster spot for Alexander. Luke Barker, who was recently promoted to the Brewers, was optioned to Triple-A Nashville to make room on the 26-man roster.

Alexander threw just 19 2/3 innings across three levels last season, but the 1.37 ERA was strong. Pitching solely at Triple-A Nashville this year, his 2.64 ERA across 47 2/3 innings has been equally impressive. There's not much reason to believe anyone will fill the shoes of Woodruff or Peralta as long as they are out, but Alexander certainly did well to give himself another shot at a second start after a good performance Wednesday.

Milwaukee needs healthy bodies on the mound right now, and performing well should keep them afloat until the horses can return.