Brewers' Opening Day Roster Starts Taking Shape After Latest Round of Cuts

Aaron Ashby has played in two games and has one start for a total of 3 innings pitched. Has there been any real update on how he is performing and wether he is in real consideration for the starting rotation?

Early on, I thought Arroyo would find his way to the Opening Day roster due to his experience and lack of a remaining option.  But am I correct that I haven't seen him in game action much lately?

36 minutes ago, bensheeps said:

Early on, I thought Arroyo would find his way to the Opening Day roster due to his experience and lack of a remaining option.  But am I correct that I haven't seen him in game action much lately?

Arroyo is on a minor league deal with a camp invite, so he doesn't need to be optioned if he doesn't make the team.

I dunno...I think Sal's gonna get quite a bit of time at third.

33 minutes ago, eddiemathews said:

I dunno...I think Sal's gonna get quite a bit of time at third.

ruh roh...I feel less certain now...Jim Bowden agrees with me.

I wish Owen Miller had a chance to stay on the roster. I see so much potential but he just can’t seem to break through. 

Strange thing is Black and Gasser are both actually probably more major league ready than Chourio at this point. It’s strange how they’re so aggressive with some and so slow with others.

I know they all play different positions, but it just really erks me that categorical bums like Haase, Bauers, and Taylor Clarke are considered options to get any type of playing time for this team while Black and Gasser go back to AAA, after both being dominant there last year. I know depth is very important but not at the cost of putting your best players on the field.

I mean, sorry to rant and I’m sure he’s a real good kid with a good attitude, but just imagine what Tyler Black must think. Like “huh, Brice is not a major league level hitter, but they brought him up opening day last year. And, they say my defense is a question and that defense is so important on this team, but then they just all of a sudden move Sal to 3rd where I’m supposed to play.” It’s complete mixed messaging. Sal looked terrible and lost at third when I watched their game yesterday.  You’d have to be a pretty special person to not be frustrated and negative-minded about that. I’m sure he’ll overcome it, but whats the point? You have top prospects who are ready to play ball, AAAA guys should never take a minute of playing away from guys like that.

Sugar - well said.  Black belongs at 3B and can fill in at 1B when needed, and Sal is an OF.

I do believe Black will be very important to the Crew for years.