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Nice interview with Brian Navarreto:

3B Eric Bitonti and 2B Daniel Dickinson makes their AA debuts as Biloxi open their final regular season series of 2026 at Marlins’ affiliate Pensacola. RHP Manuel Rodriguez (4.86 ERA, 1.18 WHIP, 7.7 K/9 in 124 IP) gets the start. A 4 games to 2 series win would lift Biloxi to a .500 season record before the playoffs next week.

- INF/OF Roderick Flores released by ACL Brewers - OF Engel Paulino released by ACL Brewers - RHP Jhosep Ospino released by ACL Brewers

Thomas Pannone has retired 9 consecutive Bulls through 3 innings, including old friend Jadher Areinamo, who was promoted to AAA on Saturday. 2-0 Sounds lead in the top of the 4th inning. Ramon Rodriguez is 2-for-2 with a double.

AAA Nashville play at Rays’ affiliate Durham this week. LHP Thomas Pannone looks to build off of his last outing (4 IP, 0 R, 5 Ks). LF Tyler Black has an 8-game hitting streak.

Image courtesy of BrewerFanatic Brock Wilken homered in Nashville’s close victory. Mark Coley drove in five runs as Biloxi dominated. Daniel Dickinson led Wisconsin to a win in their season finale, while Wilson ended its first season with a loss. For the week, Nashville (5-1) and Biloxi (4-2) were series winners, Wisconsin battled to a 3-3 draw and Wilson (0-6) couldn’t muster a win. Transactions: RHP Carlos Carra activated from Low-A Wilson’s 7-day injured list Game Action: Nashville Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Nashville 4, Louisville (Reds) 2 Box Score Via a Sounds’ press release, game details and we encourage readers to review affiliate write-ups as part of their Link Report routine: Bullpen Spins Four Scoreless as Sounds Top Bats in Series Finale Nashville’s 7-8-9 batters OF Jacob Hurtubise, 2B Daniel Guilarte and OF Eduardo Garcia came through with three consecutive two-out hits in the bottom of the 6th inning to re-take the lead at 3-2, which was enough for the Sounds’ bullpen to close it out. 1B Brock Wilken (3-for-4, HR, RBI) had staked bulldog starting LHP Colton Gordon (5 IP, 2 R, 3 H, 3 BB, 2 Ks; 95 pitches) to an early advantage and Gordon tossed 4 2/3 scoreless innings before a bunt and two-run homer knotted the contest. C Andrick Nava continues to be a pleasant surprise, doubling and scoring in the 8th inning to add an insurance run: RHP Blake Holub (1 IP, 0 R, 2 Ks) touched 96.1 MPH as he worked around a walk to close out the victory: Sounds’ Extras: Hurtubise (2-for-4) and Garcia (2-for-4, SB) joined Wilken in having multi-hit games. 3B Jonathan Ornelas joined Guilarte in a 1-for-4 day with an RBI. RHPs Garrett Stallings (2 IP, 0 R, 2 H) and Cameron Wagoner (1 IP, 0 R, 1 H) were highly effective in middle relief, avoiding walks but also not registering strikeouts. Next week’s outlook: Nashville heads due east to North Carolina to battle Rays’ affiliate Durham for six games, commencing on Monday. Biloxi Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Biloxi 12, Birmingham (White Sox) 1 Box Score Via the Shuckers’ website, game details: Shuckers Strike for 12 Runs, Trounce Barons in Home Season Finale OF Mark Coley II (3-for-4, triple, 5 RBIs) was a pain in the neck for the opposing Barons, singling home two runs to open the scoring in the second inning, tripling home three runs to extend Biloxi’s advantage to 7-1 in the sixth inning, then adding another hit and scoring in the Shuckers’ five-run eighth inning. Starting RHP Josh Knoth (3 IP, 0 R, 1 H, 0 BB, 2 Ks) dominated over three short innings, allowing only one baserunner via infield hit, while Biloxi’s offense put eight runners on base over the first four innings to grab a 4-0 lead, highlighted by C Matt Wood’s solo blast: SS Jesus Made (3-for-5, double, 2 RBIs) joined Coley with a three-hit day, while Wood (1-for-2, HR, 3 walks, 2 RBIs) reached base four times in their resounding victory in front of 2,198 fans in their last regular season home contest of 2026: Shuckers’ Extras: RHP Jack Seppings retired the first four batters he faced while tossing two scoreless innings of relief, leading an effective four-man bullpen. RHPs Peyton Niksch (2 IP, 1 R, 0 Ks), Ryan Birchard (1 IP, 0 R, 2 Ks) and Stiven Cruz (1 IP, 0 R, 0 Ks) covered the final four innings. OF Damon Keith had sat out Saturday’s doubleheader and wasn’t in Sunday’s starting lineup, so it was a welcome sight when he entered to deliver a pinch-hit RBI single in the 8th inning. Next week’s outlook: Biloxi heads down to Florida to face Marlins’ affiliate Pensacola for six games, in a preview of their playoff series which will follow a week later. Wisconsin Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Wisconsin 8, Beloit (Marlins) 5 Box Score Via the Timber Rattlers’ website, game details: Wisconsin Closes Out 2026 With Win at Beloit – Rattlers finish season with 8-5 victory The Timber Rattlers and Sky Carp made things entertaining for 1,400 fans at Beloit in their final contest of the 2026 campaign, with Wisconsin grabbing leads in the 1st and 3rd innings, then holding on late. 2B Daniel Dickinson (3-for-5, HR, RBI, 3 SBs) got a re-set via his Friday mid-game ejection and Saturday absence (both Timber Rattlers’ defeats), putting his stamp on this game with key hits in the 1st, 4th (solo shot) and 7th innings, while also driving the Sky Carp defense mad on the basepaths. Combined with his Tuesday outing, starting RHP Ethan Dorchies (4 IP, 3 R, 2 H, 3 BB, 1 HBP, 3 Ks) threw 155 pitches this week, covering four innings this time out. RHP Joshua Quezada (2 IP, 0 R, 2 Ks) had struck out six of eight batters on Thursday, then impressed again in collecting Sunday’s win, though with a key outfield assist from Luiyin Alastre (video available in the linked game recap above). Three runs scored on three hits in the 7th inning seemed to put the game away at 8-3, but Beloit were able to bring the potential game-winning batter to the plate with the bases loaded down 8-5 an inning later, but RHP Tanner Perry was able to induce a pop-up to escape. The victory closed out another successful season for the Timber Rattlers, who ended with a record of 68-59. Timber Rattlers’ Extras: Outfielders Sawyer Strosnider (1-for-3, 2 walks, RBI, SB) and Tayden Hall (0-for-2, 3 walks) joined Dickinson in reaching base three times. Both teams had fun on the basepaths, as Wisconsin went 5-for-5 in stolen base attempts and the Sky Carp went 6-for-6. We shouldn’t discount the possibility of Dickinson and/or some other Wisconsin players (e.g. Eric Bitonti) getting a promotion up to AA Biloxi – e.g. for their final regular season series this week or the Southern League playoffs which follow. Wilson Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Fredericksburg (Nationals) 7, Wilson 2 Box Score Via the Warbirds’ website, game details: Warbirds Drop Final Game of the Season – Polanco Ends the Year on a High Note The Wilson Warbirds ended their inaugural professional baseball season somewhat similar to how they started, losing a 12th consecutive contest to finish the year with a 64-66 record. The team had commenced the campaign with a 9-15 record but went 55-39 in the heart of the year in a successful first season. Starting RHP Carlos Carra (2 2/3 IP, 2 R, 2 H, 2 BB, 3 Ks) returned from a two-week injury absence to attempt to spark the team and he was unfortunate to have a second earned run charged against his line after exiting with two outs and only a runner on first base. Offensively, the team only managed to produce three harmless singles over the first six innings, so the Nationals’ three-run sixth inning which extended the deficit to 6-0 probably felt like a mountain to overcome. Thankfully, the team was able to push two runs across on an error in the 9th inning to make the score a bit more respectable. Warbirds’ Extras: 2B Moises Polanco (2-for-4) collected two of the team’s five hits, while 3B Frederi Montero doubled, with both players finishing the season on a strong note. RHP Hayden Robinson (3 IP, 5 R (3 ER), 7 H, 1 BB, 3 Ks) handled long relief, while RHP Andrew Gaines (1 IP, 0 R, 2 Ks) was the top performer out of the bullpen. RHP Carlos Espinal (1/3 IP, 0 R, 2 BB, 1 K) and LHP Joey Broughton (1 IP, 0 R, 2 BB, 2 Ks) also contributed. In addition to players who were recently promoted to High-A Wisconsin, the squad undoubtedly also missed the bats of OF Handelfry Encarnacion (last played August 28) and SS Trey Ebel (last played September 1). We hope that you enjoy the Minor League Link Report. On Monday, Nashville has the only minor league affiliate game, starting at 4:05 PM CST. The Brewers also host the Cubs at 1:10 CST. Organizational Scoreboard including starting pitcher info, game times, MiLB TV links, and box scores Current Milwaukee Brewers Organization Batting Stats and Depth Current Milwaukee Brewers Organization Pitching Stats and Depth View full article

AA Biloxi host Birmingham in their final regular season home game of 2026, aiming for a series-clinching victory. 21-year old RHP Josh Knoth makes his second start of the week (5 IP, 4 R, 4 Ks on Tuesday). 1B Andrew Fischer has 8 homers and 17 RBIs in his last 9 games.

The High-A Timber Rattlers also play their final game of the 2026 season, in their case needing a win at Beloit to even this week’s series 3-3. RHP Ethan Dorchies makes his second start of the week (5 IP, 2 R, 6 Ks on Tuesday). 1B Eric Bitonti’s 25 HR and 88 RBIs are just 1 short of the Midwest League lead in both categories, while RF Luis Castillo’s 89 RBIs have him tied for the league lead.

19-year old RHP Carlos Carra returns from injury (last pitched August 22) for Low-A Wilson in their final game of their inaugural 2026 campaign. A win at Fredericksburg would give them a .500 record at 65-65. LF Kyle Jones has a 13-game on-base streak.

- RHP Carlos Carra activated from Low-A Wilson’s 7-day injured list

AAA Nashville finish up their home series against Louisville, leading 4 games to 1. LHP Colton Gordon (11 IP, 4 R, 13 Ks over last 2 starts) toes the slab first and SS Ethan Murray comes in with a 19-game on-base streak.

After that close loss in the first game of today’s home doubleheader against Birmingham, Biloxi hands the ball to RHP Jaron DeBerry (15.2 IP, 7 R (2 ER), 22 Ks in last 3 outings) for Game 2. C Matt Wood enters as the sole lineup change.

Wisconsin also play their second last game of the 2026 season, seeking a win at Beloit behind RHP Daniel Corniel (5.11 ERA, 1.41 WHIP, 6.1 K/9 in 37 High-A IP) to grab a 3-2 series lead. RF Luis Castillo has 4 homers over his last 6 games.

For Wilson’s penultimate game in its inaugural season, the team welcomes 18-year old LHP Frank Cairone (2025 2nd round pick) for his Low-A debut. They’re playing at Fredericksburg and need to snap a 10-game losing streak. 3B Frederi Montero has a .778 OPS over his last 111 PAs.

Jeferson Quero has caught a grand total of 20 innings since June 26. It may be wrong to speculate on this, but I’ve got to assume he needs some sort of clean-up arm surgery and they’ll do it in the offseason. He’s still only 23 years old. Fingers crossed he can get healthy enough to be a solid defensive catcher again by 2027 (I assume that’ll be his last option year, since I guess he’ll get 4 option years given the 2024 injury) or 2028.

AAA Nashville have won 4 straight 1-run home games over Louisville and have LHP Tate Kuehner (9.2 IP, 5 R (3 ER), 12 Ks in 3 outings since 3-month injury) taking the mound first this evening. LF Tyler Black has a 7-game hitting streak.

The AA Shuckers host Birmingham for a doubleheader today, with 22-year old LHP JD Thompson (9.1 IP, 4 R (3 ER), 11 Ks over last 2 starts) starting the first game. 1B Andrew Fischer has hit 6 homers over his last 7 games.

The Warbirds’ losing streak may be rough, but at least they’re not the 2-44 RedPocket Mobiles: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7564326/2026/09/04/red-pocket-mobiles-barnstorm-indy-league/

Tyson Hardin pitched a terrific game (7 IP, 1 R, 7 Ks), but exited trailing 1-0 after 7 innings as Nashville produced just 2 hits to that point. A bases clearing triple allowed by Lyon Richardson in the 8th inning looked likely to doom Nashville as they trailed 4-0 at that point. But the offense was just biding its time: 5 runs on 4 hits in the bottom of the 9th inning, the last 4 runs coming across with 2 outs (Ramón Rodriguez RBI single, Jeferson Quero RBI single, walk-off 2-run wild pitch):

Wisconsin used only Andrew Healy and High-A debutant Thomas Conrad to cover the first 8 innings, though they conceded 11 runs (10 earned). Tied 11-11 going into the 9th, Michael Fowler retired the first 2 batters in the bottom of the frame before going single, WP, WP, BB, run-scoring WP to lose.

Quite the game for Luis Castillo, who collected his 89th RBI and also gunned down 2 baserunners at home to end 2 different innings.

Wisconsin led 6-0, 7-1, 8-4 and 10-7, but Beloit ultimately took the lead in the bottom of the 7th. That first inning included homers by Luis Castillo (20th) and Tayden Hall (13th).