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RHP Kaleb "Bo" Bowman promoted to AA Biloxi from High-A Wisconsin

High-A Wisconsin targets a 2-0 series lead in Cedar Rapids, with 21-year old RHP Alexander Cornielle (6.41 ERA, 1.54 WHIP, 10.8 K/9 in 26.2 IP) ready to break out of a recent funk. SS Eric Brown Jr. (1.086 OPS in last 11 games / 53 PAs) has found an offensive groove.

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Eric Brown Jr. and Matt Wood stepped up with seven hits and six RBIs to end Wisconsin’s long skid. Nick Bennett and James Meeker combined on eight scoreless innings in Biloxi’s victory. Carolina and Nashville were unable to take advantage of solid starts. Image courtesy of BrewerFanatic Tuesday’s Game Balls go to Eric Brown Jr., Matt Wood, Nick Bennett, James Meeker and Will Rudy. Transactions: LHP Russell Smith promoted to AA Biloxi from High-A Wisconsin LHP Adam Seminaris placed on AA Biloxi's 7-day injured list LHP Brandon Knarr placed on AA Biloxi's 7-day injured list Game Action: Nashville Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Iowa 4, Nashville 1 Box Score / Game Log Via the Sounds’ website, game details, and we encourage readers to review the affiliate write-up as part of their Link Report routine: Sounds Fall in Series Opener to I-Cubs The Sounds’ offense was lacking in this series opener at home, outhit 10-5. Even rehabbing DH/1B Luke Voit (0-for-3, walk) went hitless, now 0-for-7 with 5 walks in AAA. At least we have this spectacular catch by left fielder Skye Bolt as a keepsake: Three Quick Strikes: Starting RHP Janson Junk (5 1/3 IP, 2 R, 5 H, 2 BB, 1 HBP, 4 Ks) gave up a home run on the first pitch of the game, but was solid thereafter as he makes his case for another MLB spot start. C Payton Henry (2-for-4, double) had a double and single to lift his season OPS to .830, while right fielder Monte Harrison (2-for-4, RBI, SB, CS) had two hits including the team’s only RBI. RHP JC Mejia (1 1/3 IP, 0 R, 0 H, 0 BB, 1 K) had one of his more effective outings, inducing a ground ball double play to help Junk escape the 6th inning, while LHP Darrell Thompson (1/3 IP, 2 R, 2 H, 1 BB; 7.20 ERA in AAA) continues to find AAA ball more daunting than his time at Biloxi. Wednesday’s outlook: RHP Pedro Fernandez is scheduled to start and try to even the series at one game apiece. Biloxi Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Biloxi 4, Montgomery 0 Box Score / Game Log Via the Shuckers’ website, game details: Bennett, Meeker, Contreras Combine for Shuckers Sixth Shutout Win After scheduled starter Seminaris was scratched, LHP Nick Bennett (4 IP, 0 R, 1 H, 0 BB, 1 HBP, 7 Ks) stepped up with a top-notch performance, allowing only a single and hit-by-pitch against 14 batters. Three Quick Strikes: RHP James Meeker (4 IP, 0 R, 3 H, 0 BB, 4 Ks was also terrific, throwing four shutout innings just two days after closing out Sunday’s extra inning victory. Together with RHP Luis Contreras, the staff threw 77 strikes in 105 pitches. 1B/C Wes Clarke (2-for-2, 2 doubles, walk, RBI) leads the team in doubles (9), collecting two more in this game, while OF Jackson Chourio got the day off. It was good to see SS Freddy Zamora back in action after leaving Sunday’s game early, but INF Ethan Murray remains absent. Wednesday’s outlook: High-performing RHP Justin Jarvis gets the ball as Biloxi aims to double its series lead to 2-0. Wisconsin Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Wisconsin 8, Cedar Rapids 4 Box Score / Game Log Via the Rattlers’ website, game details: Rattlers Pop Kernels 8-4 to Snap Streak The streak is over, they were winners all the while. Wisconsin controlled this game from start to finish, grabbing a 5-1 lead by the 3rd inning and responding to the Kernels’ attempted comeback by adding runs in three of the last four frames. We greatly appreciate this road highlight of SS Eric Brown Jr. (4-for-5, HR, 3 RBIs, SB) crushing a ball. Three Quick Strikes: Of 12 hits, seven came from Brown and C Matt Wood (3-for-5, 3 RBIs), who also combined to drive in six runs. Cedar Rapids certainly had opportunities (2-for-14 with RISP), but starting RHP Tyler Woessner (5 2/3 IP, 2 R, 2 H, 5 BB, 6 Ks) and the bullpen were effective in stranding 11 Kernels. RHPs Taylor Floyd and Max Lazar conceded two runs, but also K’d seven batters in three innings of work. Being effective in High-A ball since 2021, it feels like it’s time for Floyd to try out AA ball again. Wednesday’s outlook: After some rough outings and a lot of bad luck (.389 BABIP against), RHP Alexander Cornielle needs a bounce back game in his start today. Carolina Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Down East 9, Carolina 5 Box Score / Game Log Via the Mudcats’ website, game details: Mudcats Waste Early Lead in 9-5 Loss This series opener felt like two games in one, with Carolina grabbing a 3-0 lead by the 5th inning, then being outscored 9-2 thereafter, but it only counts as one game in the standings, unfortunately allowing Down East to move into first place in the division. Three Quick Strikes: It was yet another smooth sailing game for 2022 fifth round draft selection RHP Will Rudy (5 IP, 0 R, 5 H, 2 BB, 7 Ks), who lowered his ERA to 0.93 after four starts and raised his strikeout rate as well, exiting with a 3-0 lead. After 3B Luke Adams (1-for-2, double, walk, RBI, SB, CS) doubled to score 2B Jheremy Vargas (2-for-5, 2 doubles), the game went entirely downhill. Adams was caught stealing and exited after one more inning in the field, so we’ll keep an eye on his status. When healthy, the team likes RHP Miguel Guerrero (2 IP, 5 R) to get to about 40 pitches, but those last 12 pitches were costly in this game, with three batters reaching to start the 8th inning, each of which scored. RHP Yerlin Rodriguez (2 IP, 4 R) also struggled in just his 3rd game of the season. Wednesday’s outlook: RHP Aidan Maldonado is the expected starter, with Carolina needing a victory to avoid a 2-0 series hole. We hope that you enjoy the Minor League Link Report. 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AA Biloxi is also home this week, facing Rays’ affiliate Montgomery. LHP Nick Bennett (3.48 ERA, 1.45 WHIP, 10.0 K/9 in 20.2 IP) makes his first start of the season tonight, after two other pitchers went on the injured list. What kind of magic does 20-year old C Jeferson Quero (.286 AVG, .885 OPS in 105 PAs) have in store for us this week, after crushing 5 long balls and producing 10 RBIs in 5 games played last week?

Low-A Carolina hosts Rangers' affiliate Down East this week, leading them by 0.5 games for first place in the first half standings. Intriguing RHP Will Rudy (1.26 ERA, 0.77 WHIP, 8.2 K/9 in 14.1 IP) makes his 4th start of the year tonight. The youngest players on the team (CF Luis Lara, 3B Luke Adams) have the highest OPS' on the roster (.788, .757, respectively).

The High-A Timber Rattlers, owners of a 7-game losing streak, are on the road this week to take on Twins' affiliate Cedar Rapids. RHP Tyler Woessner (2.52 ERA, 1.37 WHIP, 7.8 K/9 in 35 2/3 IP) gets the first chance to snap the skid. C Darrien Miller is absent from the lineup for the 6th time in 7 games, as C Matt Wood (.273 AVG, 724 in 25 PAs since promotion) maximizes his opportunities.

AAA Nashville hosts Cubs' affiliate Iowa this week, with RHP Janson Junk (3.86 ERA, 1.34 WHIP, 6.7 K/9 in 35 IP) indeed getting the opening game start (instead of a recall by the Brewers for Thursday's spot start). One-time Olympic speed skater 2B Eddy Alvarez leads the team in OBP (.407) and stolen bases (11).

LHP Russell Smith promoted to AA Biloxi from High-A Wisconsin LHP Adam Seminaris placed on AA Biloxi's 7-day injured list LHP Brandon Knarr placed on AA Biloxi's 7-day injured list

I hope that this works out swimmingly. That said, it feels like a sad, token gesture that will ultimately be pointless while costing scarce funds. I'll admit that Teheran's recent run of form in the Pacific Coast League wasn't necessarily terrible (Last 21.2 IP since April 27: 3.74 ERA, 1.48 adjusted WHIP (including HBPs), 9.6 K/9, .718 OPS against, on a .333 BABIP), but it doesn't suggest to me that he should be starting any MLB games, especially for our Brewers. I'd have rather seen us call up RH reliever Thyago Vieira, who seems like he's actually throwing at an MLB-caliber level, going with a Bryse Wilson-led bullpen game when necessary, and adding an extra starter for AAA Nashville. Nonetheless, welcome Mr. Teheran. I hope you have an excellent run with the Brewers.

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Maybe the Bush and Lauer situations will help the brass be more proactive/adamant in the future about shutting players with troubling velocity dips down early.

RHP Caleb Boushley activated by AAA Nashville from Development List RHP Tyson Miller recalled by MLB Brewers from AAA Nashville (replacing injured LHP Eric Lauer)

Thanks for this. So Wiemer's .259 BABIP appears in large part due to his terribly low line drive rate. Shoot!!!! But Adames' low BABIP (.245) is moreso the result of bad luck. They're probably wishing Tyrone Taylor could show any respectable level of offense, so they can give Wiemer a chance to re-boot in AAA. Alas... I guess all we can do is hope that Urias makes it back soon (or that Wiemer/Taylor somehow turns the corner despite that looking far-fetched at the moment), which would enable Anderson to play more right field (even if we love his 3B defense). Most of the AAA options (Hiura, Toro, Alvarez, Singleton) don't play CF or RF, which leaves us with Blake Perkins and Skye Bolt.

Jeferson Quero added two more home runs to his collection as Biloxi broke its 7-game skid. Luke Adams hit a three-run blast for winning Carolina. Alex Jackson homered and did a bit of everything in Nashville’s extra inning victory. Wisconsin fell to its seventh consecutive defeat. Image courtesy of BrewerFanatic For the week, Carolina won its series over Kannapolis 4 games to 3, while Nashville managed a 3-3 draw in Durham. Unfortunately, Biloxi and Wisconsin were a combined 1-and-11 on an awful week for them. Sunday’s Game Balls go to Jeferson Quero, Luke Adams, Alex Jackson, Carlos F. Rodriguez and Tyler Black, with an honorable mention to Thyago Vieira and Patrick Dorrian. Transactions: RHP Caleb Boushley activated by AAA Nashville from Development List Game Action: Nashville Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Nashville 6, Durham 4 (in 10 innings) Box Score / Game Log Via the Sounds’ website, game details, and we encourage readers to review the affiliate write-up as part of their Link Report routine: Sounds Win In Extra Innings Over Bulls The Sounds needed a victory to forge a 3-3 series tie in Durham, but faced a tall task against rehabbing Major League RHP Tyler Glasgow. They managed to keep the game close at 2-1 before doing just enough damage against the Bulls’ ‘pen. Three Quick Strikes: RHP Caleb Boushley (4 IP, 2 R, 3 H, 3 BB, 4 Ks) started in his first action in nine days, working around constant traffic over four innings (76 pitches) and greatly assisted by C Alex Jackson throwing out two basestealers. Jackson (1-for-3, HR, HBP, 2 RBIs) may only be sporting a .160 season average, but his hits are often impactful, collecting his fifth of homer of the year in the top of the 7th inning to give the Sounds their first lead at 3-2. He was also hit by pitch to lead off the top of the 10th inning, coming around to score a critical insurance run. 3B/1B Patrick Dorrian (2-for-4, HR, 2 RBIs) also came through with a solo homer off Glasgow and an RBI single to score the Manfred Man. If the Brewers are looking for right-handed bullpen relief, they may not need to look any further than 29-year old Brazilian fireman Thyago Vieira (2 IP, 0 R, 1 H, 1 BB, 3 Ks; season ERA 0.00). Thrust into a difficult situation in the bottom of the 7th inning with nobody out and runners on second and third while clinging to a 3-2 lead, he managed to limit the damage to just an RBI groundout, then kept the Bulls off the board in the 9th inning as well, ultimately earning his second win of the year for his efforts. Next week’s outlook: The Sounds (23-21) host Cubs’ affiliate Iowa (25-17), with RHP Janson Junk (3.86 ERA, 1.34 WHIP, 6.7 K/9 in 35 IP) the expected opening game starter. Biloxi Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Biloxi 9, Chattanooga 7 (in 10 innings) Box Score / Game Log Via the Shuckers’ website, game details: Jeferson Quero Smashes Two Homers, Tallies Five RBI in 9-7 Extra Innings Win For the second time this week, 20-year old C Jeferson Quero (2-for-6, 2 HRs, 6 RBIs) blasted two home runs in a game, this time enabling Biloxi to grab a 7-2 lead by the 6th inning as they appeared ready to coast home to their first victory of the week. I suspect that Quero may have more pop than many of us realized: 21-year old starting RHP Carlos F. Rodriguez (6 IP, 2 R, 4 H, 3 BB, 5 Ks) bounced back from a rare bad start on Tuesday, as well as a difficult second inning in this game to deliver a quality start, although denied a win. 3B Tyler Black (2-for-4, triple, 2 walks, 2 SBs) also recovered from a mini-slump by reaching base four times. Three Quick Strikes: Perhaps unsurprisingly in light of their 7-game losing streak, the Shuckers found a way to nearly blow this game, squandering a 1st and 3rd, nobody out opportunity in the top of the 7th inning, then seeing the lead frittered away with RHPs Cam Robinson and Zach Vennaro allowing five runs (four earned) and RHP Robbie Baker (1 2/3 IP, 0 R, 1 H, 1 BB, 1 HBP, 2 Ks) being tagged with a blown save. The team then wasted another 1st and 3rd opportunity in the top of the 9th inning, this time with one out, before thankfully coming through in the 10th inning with a INF Zavier Warren walk, DH/OF Noah Campbell (2-for-6, 2 RBIs, SB) RBI single and Quero RBI groundout. Manager Mike Guerrero then finally brought in RHP James Meeker to close out a 3-up, 3-down 10th inning for his first save in 2023. Warren only managed a walk in four plate appearances, but his contribution was far greater, as SS Freddy Zamora exited after three innings, forcing Warren to play shortstop for the first time since his college days (2020), with INF Ethan Murray (last played Wednesday the 17th) apparently also unavailable. Let’s hope that Zamora and Murray are both healthy by Tuesday’s home game. Here’s switch-hitting Campbell’s big RBI single in extra innings: Next week’s outlook: Biloxi (20-19) returns home to face Rays’ affiliate Montgomery (also 20-19), with LHP Adam Seminaris aiming for a third straight outing (2.25 ERA over last 12 innings, with 12 strikeouts) on Tuesday. Wisconsin Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Quad Cities 7, Wisconsin 4 Box Score / Game Log Via the Rattlers’ website, game details: Bandits Hold on to Beat Wisconsin At this point, I’m sorry to say that it can be a struggle to even glance over at the Timber Rattlers game, with this loss capping off their second 0-and-6 sweep of 2023, dropping their season record to 11-27. In this game, Wisconsin fell behind 4-0 by the 3rd inning and 7-2 by the 7th inning, but kept battling enough to bring the potential game-tying run to the plate in the bottom of the 8th inning, although that opportunity went for naught (center fielder Terence Doston pop out, SS Eric Brown Jr. strikeout). As always for home games, check out the extensive video highlights compiled by the Wisconsin’s excellent media team. Three Quick Strikes: Concern may rightfully be growing after 21-year old starting RHP Stiven Cruz (2 2/3 IP, 4 R, 3 H, 2 BB, 3 Ks) failed to make it past the 4th inning for his fourth consecutive contest. His strikeout rate per nine innings is down from 10.7 last year to 7.9 in 2023 and his strikeout/walk ratio is woefully down at 1.44 versus 4.54 in 2022. Sporting the lowest runs per game (3.74), batting average (.208), OBP (.298) and OPS (.642) in the 12-team Midwest League, I can at least see a glimmer of upside given their league-lowest .270 BABIP (vs. .298 league average). Looking for additional positives in the abyss, we can point to LHP Luis Amaya and RHP Bo Bowman (combined 5 1/3 innings scoreless), 2B Robert Moore with his fifth homer of 2023, C Matt Wood with two hits and an RBI, and Je’Von Ward with a single, walk and two runs batted in. Also, Moore and Brown got special kudos for giving extended autographs despite the rough week. There’s a big time highlight here: Next week’s outlook: Wisconsin heads on the road to take on Twins’ affiliate Cedar Rapids (22-17), with RHP Tyler Woessner (2.52 ERA, 1.37 WHIP, 7.8 K/9 in 35 2/3 IP) ready to win games on Tuesday and Sunday. Carolina Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Carolina 12, Kannapolis 6 Box Score / Game Log Via the Mudcats’ website, game details: Mudcats Go Big, Win 12-6, Before Going Home Losses Friday and Saturday tied the special 7-game series at three games apiece, putting some extra pressure on Carolina in this road contest. But master motivator Manager Victor Estevez got his team to respond early to build a 7-3 lead and then again late to score five runs after Kannapolis had cut the lead to 7-6 in the 6th inning. Take a gander at the Mudcats Twitter feed for a few more highlights. Three Quick Strikes: 19-year old 3B Luke Adams (2-for-5, HR, walk, 3 RBIs) is hitting only .186, despite making consistent contact and drawing 27 walks in just 30 games played (.396 OBP), as his .209 BABIP tells his tale of frustration. You can see his shout of joy and relief in the video above after his 3-run homer in the 3rd inning. Eight of nine Mudcats starters recorded at least one hit, as the team out-hit the Cannon Ballers 14-to-8 on Sunday, with right fielder Hedbert Perez having three singles drop in and each of DH/OF Luis Lara, 2B Daniel Guilarte and C Jose Sibrian registering two singles. Manager Estevez obviously wanted this victory, actively replacing pitchers mid-inning, with RHPs Chase Costello, Tanner Shears and Shane Smith combining on 4 2/3 scoreless innings, while RHPs Yujanyer Herrera and Jeison Pena unfortunately struggled (combined 4 1/3 IP, 6 ER). Next week’s outlook: Carolina (22-16) comes home to play Rangers’ affiliate Down East (21-16). No starter is presently listed for Tuesday’s opening game, though perhaps we’ll see 20-year old RHP Patricio Aquino for the first time in 13 days. We hope that you enjoy the Minor League Link Report. Enjoy the day off on Monday. 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Pop out. K. Fly out. Baker gets the win, Meeker the save and Biloxi’s 7-game skid has mercifully ended. Go home gentlemen!

After that runner ultimately scored to tie the game 7-7 in the bottom of the 8th inning on a RHP Robbie Baker wild pitch, both teams missed chances in the 9th inning and headed to extra innings. Zavier Warren walked and Noah Campbell singled in the top of the 10th inning to score the Manfred Man and a second run. 9-7 Biloxi. And now James Meeker has finally come into the game.

Instead, it’s the struggling Vennaro who continues in the 8th inning, hitting the first batter. Sorry, not sorry - this is what I mean by the difference in managing styles - the sometimes excruciating balance between player development and playing to win.

Biloxi (Cam Robinson, Zach Vennaro) conceded 4 runs in that 7th inning, making it a tight 7-6 ballgame. Can Biloxi respond like Carolina did earlier? I assume RHP James Meeker will be called upon to try to mail this down.

Noah Campbell’s been scuffling a bit (2 more Ks today), but comes through with a 2-out, RBI single in the 6th inning to score Tyler Black (singled; reached base all 4 times). That gives Biloxi a 4-2 lead. And Jeferson Quero follows with his 2nd blast of the game, this one a 3-run dinger. Woo hoo! 7-2 Shuckers!

I think Victor Estevez would be quite fun to play for and have as the hometown manager, since he’s typically not shy about going for the win. In this Game 7 in Kannapolis, that has meant bringing in Chase Costello in the 4th inning (covered 1.1 IP) and Tanner Shears in the 6th inning (covered 2.1 IP). And the team has responded, getting 2 runs in the 7th inning, then 3 more in the 9th inning (hits from Jheremy Vargas, Jose Sibrian, Luke Adams, Luis Lara). And just like that, it’s 12-6 Mudcats.

Nashville cashes in the Manfred Man and two more runs (Alex Jackson HBP, singles by Patrick Dorrian and Monte Harrison), to take a 6-3 lead. Then LHP Alex Claudio came in to retire all 3 batters to earn the save. 6-4 Nashville wins.

Freddy Zamora exited after 3.5 innings, replaced by Zavier Warren who’s playing shortstop for the first time since college in 2020. That’s odd, but maybe Ethan Murray (last played Wednesday) is nursing something too. In more positive news, Jeferson Quero has homered in the 5th inning, his 7th of the year. 3-2 Shuckers.