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Thank you for this article and similar ones on players at other positions. Taking another angle at this: 155 players have pitched for our minor league squads in 2023, including regulars, rehabbers, position players 100 players have thrown 20 innings or more Sorting those 100 by Batters Faced / Game, I'll take the top 45 on that list to zero in on Starting Pitchers. This includes guys like Eric Prado, TJ Shook and Jesus Rivero, but excludes players like James Meeker, Quinton Low and Aidan Maldonado Of these remaining 45 players, I'll sort by K/BB ratio and find: RHP Enniel Cortez - 17 - DSL ball - 44 Ks to 5 BBs. Wow. 1.55 ERA. 0.89 WHIP RHP Logan Henderson - ranked, not overlooked LHP Thomas Pannone - getting paid and hopefully having fun in Korea RHP Tobias Myers - 25 - AA - 123 Ks to 36 BBs. 5.47 ERA. 1.30 WHIP. Maybe we need to shift him to the bullpen? RHP Manuel Rodriguez - 18 - ACL - 34 Ks to 10 BBs. 4.35 ERA. 1.23 WHIP. He's the youngest pitcher that we have state-side. Listed at 6'2", so hopefully he'll find more velocity. Will he start next season in the ACL or at Low-A Carolina? RHP TJ Shook - 25 - AA - 81 Ks to 24 BBs. 5.48 ERA. 1.31 WHIP. Okay, these AA strikeout numbers are likely juiced by the pre-tacked balls used for over half the season RHP Edwin Jimenez - 21 - mainly High-A - 94 Ks to 29 BBs. 3.90 ERA. 1.19 WHIP. Just had two awesome outings in his last three appearances, going 7.1 IP each time LHP Anthony Flores - covered above RHP Melvin Hernandez - covered above LHP Robert Gasser - ranked, not overlooked Now re-ranking those 45 Starting Pitchers by WHIP: RHP Enniel Cortez RHP Logan Henderson - why has this man not yet been promoted to High-A? RHP Eric Prado - 17 - DSL - 1.70 ERA. 1.00 WHIP. 32 Ks vs. 14 BBs in 37 IP RHP Gabriel Colmenarez - 17 - DSL - 2.00 ERA. 1.03 WHIP. 24 Ks vs. 13 BBs in 36 IP. That's a pretty low K-rate, without a great K/BB ratio LHP Anthony Flores RHP Jesus Flores - just 21.1 IP LHP Thomas Pannone RHP Jesus Rivero - 20 - mainly Low-A - 3.21 ERA. 1.13 WHIP. 50 Ks vs. 18 BBs in 33.2 IP. Now we're talking RHP Carlos F. Rodriguez - ranked, not overlooked RHP Melvin Hernandez Now re-ranking those 45 Starting Pitchers by Strikeouts / Batters Faced: RHP Jesus Rivero RHP Logan Henderson RHP Jacob Misiorowski - ranked, not overlooked RHP Carlos F. Rodriguez RHP Daniel Corniel - 19 - ACL - 6.03 ERA. 1.66 WHIP. 47 Ks vs. 22 BBs. Our second youngest pitcher in ACL ball, but let's see some better results LHP Anthony Flores RHP Bryan Rivera - 18 - DSL - 3.94 ERA. 1.19 WHIP. 57 Ks vs. 23 BBs. One year too old for my liking, especially with that level of ERA RHP TJ Shook LHP Robert Gasser RHP Enniel Cortez So these would be my overlooked guys, although this leans toward younger players: Enniel Cortez Manuel Rodriguez Edwin Jimenez Anthony Flores Melvin Hernandez Eric Prado Jesus Rivero

Here’s a nice profile of newly-promoted OF Luis Lara: https://www.justbaseball.com/prospects/mlb-top-100-prospects-2023/#entry-41547

Young hurlers Daniel Corniel and Manuel Rodriguez dominated as the ACL Brewers moved one step closer to clinching the ACL Central title, while our Dominican Summer League squads were swept on Monday. Image courtesy of BrewerFanatic Transactions: OF Luis Lara promoted to High-A Wisconsin from Low-A Carolina RHP Gerson Calzadilla promoted to Low-A Carolina from ACL Brewers RHP Yorman Galindez promoted to Low-A Carolina from ACL Brewers RHP Will Rudy placed on Low-A Carolina’s injured list (as of 8/12) RHP Aidan Maldonado placed on Low-A Carolina’s injured list (as of 8/14) INF Josh Adamczewski (15th round draft pick) assigned to ACL Brewers The switch-hitting Lara is just 18 years old and a joy to watch, giving 100% hustle in center field and on the bases, while demonstrating solid plate discipline. Let’s hope that he has an excellent final four weeks of the season in Appleton. Game Action: Arizona Complex League Action Final: ACL Brewers 2, ACL Reds 1 Box Score / Game Log Our Arizona men were in control throughout to improve to 30-21 on the season, though cashing in runs was a challenge. The team’s two youngest pitchers, 19-year old starting RHP Daniel Corniel (5 IP, 0 R, 2 H, 1 BB, 8 Ks) and 18-year old Manuel Rodriguez (3 IP, 1 R, 2 H, 1 BB, 1 HBP, 6 Ks) combined on 8 innings of 14-strikeout baseball. Corniel’s work is all the more impressive considering that the first two batters of the game reached base (single + error, bunt single) to put him in a first-and-third, nobody out situation. He deftly evaded damage via a strikeout, then a line out double play. The offense was led by left fielder Miguel Briceno (two singles, RBI in 2nd inning), SS Cooper Pratt (two singles, RBI in 6th inning, SB), C Alejandro Rodriguez (double, walk, run scored) and 2B Juan Baez (single, walk), although the squad stranded 11 baserunners vs. just 5 left-on-base for the Reds. 24-year old RHP Bayden Root earned his first save in his second game with a three-up, three-down 9th inning. Oddity you may only see at Rookie levels: the Reds apparently stopped having their right fielder bat half-way through the game, skipping the fifth spot in the order two times. The game also featured the organizational debut of 15th round draft pick INF Josh Adamczewski. The 18-year old led off, DH’d and went 0-for-3 with two strikeouts before being substituted. I’ve not seen any confirmation of playoff plans for the Arizona Complex League, but my guess is that the three division winners and one wildcard will square off next week. The ACL Brewers lead the ACL Central Division by five games over the Reds, with 5 games remaining for the Brewers and 7 games left for the Reds. Dominican Summer League Action Final: DSL Guardians Blue 3, DSL Brewers-1 Squad 2 (in 10 innings) Box Score / Game Log The Uno young men nearly pulled out a victory despite the Guardians generating much more traffic on the bases – 8 Guardians’ hits vs. 4 Brewers’ hits, 10 Guardians left-on-base vs. 4 for the Brewers. The loss drops DSL Brewers-1 to a record of 24-23. Credit the duo of 17-year old RHPs Gabriel Colmenarez (4 IP, 1 R, 0 H, 3 BB, 3 Ks, 1 WP; season ERA 2.00) and Eric Prado (4 IP, 1 R, 7 H, 2 BB, 4 Ks; season ERA 1.70) with another effective day, with Colmenarez keeping the Guardians hitless through four innings. C Luis Garcia (double, walk, RBI), center fielder Yophery Rodriguez (single, walk) and Kevin Ereu (single, RBI) delivered three hits in the squad’s two-run 4th inning to grab a 2-1 lead, but the team only managed one hit and one walk from the 5th through 9th innings. After escaping a two-on, nobody out jam in the 9th inning, 20-year old RHP Yonawil Florimon nearly pulled off a similar feat in the 10th inning, but a wild pitch brought home a run with two outs in the top of the 9th inning. The offense then went three-up, three-down in the bottom of the 10th inning to strand the ghost runner at third base in defeat. Final: DSL Angels 4, DSL Brewers-2 Squad 0 Box Score / Game Log From a hitting, fielding and baserunning standpoint, the shutout loss by our Dos squad only gets worse as you delve further into the box score: three singles with no extra base hits no stolen bases, but one player was caught stealing and two more were picked off three errors four stolen bases allowed, with nobody caught. That said, the pitching staff only allowed two earned runs, with 18-year old RHP Bryan Rivera (4 IP, 1 R, 4 H, 2 BB, 1 HBP, 3 Ks) and 19-year old Aneuris Rodriguez (4 IP, 3 R (1 ER), 3 H, 0 BB, 6 Ks, 2 WP) combining for nine strikeouts in eight innings of decent work. 17-year old Pedro Ibarguen made his ninth start in center field, collecting a single and a walk to lift his season AVG to .307 and OPS to .853. 2B Luis Lameda exited the game early after a groundout in the 3rd inning, so we’ll try to monitor his availability. The loss drops DSL Brewers-2’s season record to 19-29. 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Edwin Jimenez went 7+ innings in Wisconsin’s win, while Freddy Zamora and Jeferson Quero combined for 8 RBIs in Biloxi’s high-scoring victory. Nashville was one-hit and Carolina also dropped its series finale. Image courtesy of Biloxi Shuckers - Photo of Freddy Zamora For the week, Nashville (4-2) and Carolina (4-2) were series winners, Wisconsin managed a 3-3 draw and Biloxi fought back but lost 4 of 6 games. Transactions: OF Skye Bolt activated from AAA Nashville’s 7-day injured list Game Action: Nashville Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Indianapolis 4, Nashville 0 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 Shut Out by Indy in Series Finale Nashville did not expect to be one-hit by 29-year old journeyman Beau Sulser and the Indians’ bullpen after Sulser struggled in Korea and gave up eight runs in his last outing, but that’s how this one played out. Even the Sounds’ one hit was weak: an infield grounder from 1B Keston Hiura in the top of the 4th inning when the game was still scoreless. Sounds’ Extras: RHP Caleb Boushley (4 IP, 3 R, 4 H, 0 BB, 2 Ks) limited Indianapolis to one hit in the first three innings before conceding two singles and a 3-run homer to derail his outing. His fastball topped out at 90.1 mph. The Hiura single came just after 3B Tyler Black made another successful ball-strike challenge, converting a full-count strikeout into a walk. That was the only time a Sound got into scoring position in the game, as the Indians retired 14 straight Nashville batters at one point. After an 0-for-4 day with 2 strikeouts, DH/1B Rowdy Tellez is now 2-for-18 in five AAA games. Will the Brewers require him to continue his rehab work in the upcoming week? The bullpen of LHP Clayton Andrews and RHPs Jason Alexander and Trevor Megill were respectable, allowing one run over four innings, although Alexander allowed five baserunners. Next week’s outlook: Nashville (60-52) returns for some home cooking, as they host White Sox’ affiliate Charlotte (41-73). Perhaps RHP Colin Rea will get a start, which would be his first appearance since August 4 with the Brewers. Biloxi Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Biloxi 14, Tennessee 7 Box Score / Game Log Via the Shuckers’ website, game details: Freddy Zamora Grand Slam Powers Shuckers to 14-7 Win in Series Finale After escaping a bases loaded, one-out jam in the top of the 1st inning, the Shuckers took advantage of three walks, with SS Freddy Zamora (3-for-4, HR, walk, 5 RBIs) blasting a grand slam for their first hit of the game. The Smokies made two comeback attempts, cutting the deficit to 6-4 in the 4th inning and 7-6 in the 6th inning before Biloxi’s seven-run 7th inning put the game to bed. C Jeferson Quero (2-for-4, HR, walk, 3 RBIs) was just 1-for-14 skid since his return from injury, but broke out of it in a big way: Walking and scoring in the 1st inning Smacking a two-run homer in the 3rd inning to extend Biloxi’s lead to 6-1 Singling in a run to increase the lead to 8-6 in the 7th inning You’ll find many more video highlights of the Shuckers’ offensive explosion at their Twitter feed. Shuckers’ Extras: Others with two-hit games included right fielder Carlos D. Rodriguez (plus 2 RBIs), left fielder Isaac Collins (plus a walk and SB) and C Brent Diaz (plus an RBI and walk). Starting RHP Christian Mejias (3 1/3 IP, 4 R, 7 H, 4 BB, 5 Ks, 1 WP) unfortunately struggled again, with his ERA now up to 7.24 in 97 innings pitched. This follows a seven-run, two-inning start five days earlier, but the K-rate (9.8 K/9) and age (24) suggest there may be something more to be tapped into. Kudos to RHPs Max Lazar and Ryan Brady for combining on two scoreless innings with four strikeouts. Unfortunately, we’ll need to monitor the health of 1B Ernesto Martinez, who exited after walking and scoring in the 1st inning. He’s gotten off to a tremendous start since promotion to AA ball (1.171 OPS in 21 PAs), so we pray that nothing derails his momentum. Next week’s outlook: The Shuckers (55-53) head out to face the Mississippi Braves (49-57). RHP Jacob Misiorowski is the most likely starter for Tuesday’s series opener. Wisconsin Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Wisconsin 3, Dayton 1 Box Score / Game Log Via the Rattlers’ website, game details: Jimenez Pitches Rattlers Past Dayton As always for home games, we’re blessed with detailed video highlights along with the Mehring-Lobner post-game podcast. 21-year old RHP Edwin Jimenez (7 1/3 IP, 1 R, 4 H, 1 BB, 5 Ks) delivered his second exceptional performance in his last three starts, needing only 76 pitches to record 22 outs, before adding six pitches to the last batter he faced – a double which later scored to cut the Timber Rattlers’ lead to 3-1. All of Wisconsin’s runs came in the 1st inning, thanks to a double (1B Alex Hall), two singles (2B Mike Boeve, right fielder Hendry Mendez) and a walk (3B Brock Wilken). Wilken reached base three times in the game (two singles, walk). Timber Rattlers’ Extras: 23-year old RHP Shane Smith (1 2/3 IP, 0 R, 1 H, 0 BB, 1 HBP, 2 Ks) only allowed two baserunners as he earned his third save in High-A ball, dropping his ERA at this level to 0.98 in 18 1/3 IP after recording a 2.59 ERA in 31 1/3 IP at Low-A earlier in the year. Let’s tip our cap to C Darrien Miller for gunning down the Dragons’ only attempted basestealer to end the top of the 8th inning after they’d tightened the game to 3-1. Former Brewers’ All-Star Corey Hart was on hand to deliver the ceremonial first pitch and hopefully impart some wisdom or serve as inspiration for the Rattlers and 5,372 fans in attendance. Next week’s outlook: Wisconsin (47-59) hits the road to take on Twins’ affiliate Cedar Rapids (66-42), with LHP Nathan Peterson (3.50 ERA, 1.30 WHIP, 10.8 K/9 in 54 IP) scheduled to start the opening game on Tuesday. Carolina Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Delmarva 8, Carolina 4 Box Score / Game Log Via the Mudcats’ website, game details: First-Place Mudcats Fall 8-4 in Finale to Delmarva At this point we expect Carolina to dominate every game and we’re somewhat surprised when they don’t. Despite reversing an early 2-0 disadvantage thanks to a three-run, three-hit 3rd inning, things unraveled for starting RHP Will Childers (5 IP, 6 R, 6 H, 3 BB, 1 HBP, 3 Ks) in the top of the 5th inning: bunt single, walk, walk, grand slam. Mudcats’ Extras: 1B Jesus Chirinos is ready for a second crack at High-A ball if the Brewers will give it to him, putting up a 3-for-4 day with a double, walk, 2 RBIs and no strikeouts. Left fielder Jace Avina (single, 2 walks) and C Blayberg Diaz (2 singles) also had productive days at the plate. 2B Dylan O’Rae also stole his first base since his recent promotion. For Diaz, the field was a bit of a nightmare, however, conceding seven stolen bases (vs. one caught stealing) and committing two errors. Balls simply weren’t falling in for center fielder Luis Lara on this day: 0-for-5 with no strikeouts. His line drive out with two runners on to end the 6th inning (still trailing 6-4) was Carolina’s last decent chance to turn the game around. Relief RHPs Jeferson Figueroa and Jeison Pena delivered scoreless outings, but RHP Aidan Maldonado (1 IP, 2 R) is still trying to find his mojo after an up-and-down year. Next week’s outlook: The Mudcats (60-45) travel to face White Sox affiliate Kannapolis (55-52). RHPs Alexander Vallecillo and Jesus Rivero are likely to tag-team the opening game. We hope that you enjoy the Minor League Link Report. Monday will be a light day again, with the DSL squads in action at 10:00am CST and the ACL Brewers playing at 8:00pm, while even the Milwaukee Brewers will have the day off. 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Today’s box score indicates that Hiura played all 9 innings at 1st base, largely struggling along with the rest of the squad. That said, he extended his on-base streak to 12 games. He’s not actually a good baserunner, so being pinch-run in the 9th inning or later is not unusual. If the front office thought Keston was worth $2.2m on a guaranteed MLB deal last offseason despite having no remaining options (though we could outright him), then I assume we have to keep him around for 2023 on a $1.1m minor league contract. He’s done nothing in 2023 to diminish his value, in my opinion, though of course my opinion means zilch.

Carlos F. Rodriguez and Evan McKendry earned wins for Biloxi and Nashville, with the latter sweeping a doubleheader. Jace Avina reached base five times Carolina’s victory, while Wisconsin’s bullpen collapsed in defeat. Image courtesy of Biloxi Shuckers and Carlos Hurtado - Carlos D Rodriguez Shown Transactions: N/A Game Action: Nashville Pre-Game Media Notes Game One Final: Nashville 8, Indianapolis 0 (in 8 innings) Box Score / Game Log Game Two Final: Nashville 7, Indianapolis 1 (in 7 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 Roll Indianapolis in Twin Bill Sweep After neither team scored in the first seven innings of their doubleheader, Nashville erupted for thirteen runs in two innings: Eight runs in the top of the first extra inning to blow open the first game, all with two outs as nine consecutive batters reached base Five runs in the top of the first inning of the second game to nearly put that game to bed early But the pitching was really the story of the day, with RHP Evan McKendry (6 IP, 1 R, 3 H, 3 BB, 5 Ks) throwing 101 pitches of one-run baseball in the second game to limit staff usage. Offensively, Owen Miller perhaps shone the brightest, going 3-for-7 with a HR, HBP and 3 RBIs. More interesting, Miller started the first game in center field and the second game in right field as he demonstrates his overall versatility. Sounds’ Extras: LHP Eric Lauer (3 IP, 0 R, 3 H, 2 BB, 4 Ks) started the opening game, increasing his workload to 52 pitches after throwing 41 in his last outing six days ago. The Brewers likely have to decide whether it’s worth it to stretch out Lauer further or have him focus on being a reliever. After retiring the first two batters in the first extra inning, the Indians intentionally walked 1B Rowdy Tellez (1-for-6, walk) to set up the force play (with the ghost runner on 3rd base), then promptly fell apart: wild pitch to score a run, BB, BB, BB run, HBP run, single for two runs, BB, BB run, single for two more runs. Indianapolis’ malaise carried over into Game Two, as they walked four batters and had a balk in the Sounds’ five-run 1st inning, with SS Cam Devanney capping off the inning with a two-run double. Let’s tip our caps to a perfect bullpen day, as LHP Clayton Andrews, RHP Trevor Megill, RHP Thyago Vieira and LHP Alex Claudio combined on six shutout innings with eight strikeouts. Regarding McKendry, this was the 25-year old’s second start since being acquired from the Rays, as he makes his case to be protected in the Rule 5 draft this winter. Friday’s outlook: LHP Robert Gasser (3.91 ERA with 124 Ks in 101 1/3 IP) will try to clinch the series win and continue his excellent form (e.g. 6 IP, 0 R, 10 Ks in last outing). Biloxi Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Biloxi 8, Tennessee 4 Box Score / Game Log Via the Shuckers’ website, game details: Shuckers Jump Into Tie for First with 8-4 Win over Smokies After dropping the first two games of the series, the Shuckers turned the ball over to Southern League July Pitcher of the Month Carlos F. Rodriguez (5 1/3 IP, 2 R (0 ER), 1 H, 4 BB, 1 HBP, 6 Ks, 2 WP) and he expectedly delivered the goods despite uncharacteristically having to fight some control issues. Offensively, the 6-7-8 batters came through for the club, with DH/1B Ernesto Martinez (2-for-3, double, walk, RBI), SS Ethan Murray (2-for-3, walk) and right fielder Carlos D. Rodriguez (2-for-3, double, 3 RBIs) combining on six hits and four RBIs, including scoring and driving in the first three runs of the game for a 3-0 lead by the 4th inning. You’ll find several video highlights at the Biloxi Twitter feed. Shuckers’ Extras: Some concern crept in when center fielder Jackson Chourio (0-for-2, no Ks) exited the game in favor of Lamar Sparks in the top of the 4th inning, but Adam McCalvy tweeted out a note of comfort that the move was precautionary due to some hand soreness after being jammed in his second at-bat. C Jeferson Quero also left the game early, but this was pre-planned as he eases his way back after a recent injury. Despite Rodriguez’ solid work on the mound, the Smokies made a game of it at 4-3 with a 3-run blast off RHP Ryan Middendorf in the top of the 6th inning. Two of the runs were unearned after a 2B Felix Valerio, who added a second error in the 9th inning which also scored an unearned run. For his part, Sparks decided to do his best Chourio impersonation, going 2-for-3, including a two-run homer and two stolen bases. The homer restored the Shuckers’ 4-run advantage in the bottom of the 7th inning. Friday’s outlook: RHP Tobias Myers gets a chance to lead Biloxi to even the series 2-2, as Myers seeks to build off his scoreless 5-inning, 7-K performance in his last appearance. Wisconsin Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Dayton 9, Wisconsin 2 Box Score / Game Log Via the Rattlers’ website, game details: Dragons Ambush Rattlers in Sixth Inning Despite the loss, all should still partake of the video highlights compiled by Wisconsin’s media team. The final score certainly doesn’t tell the story here, as the Timber Rattlers led 2-1 after five excellent innings from starting RHP Alexander Cornielle (5 IP, 1 R, 3 H, 1 BB, 4 Ks). An RBI single in the bottom of the 2nd inning off the bat of SS Robert Moore (2-for-5, double, RBI) had given Wisconsin that 2-1 advantage before RHP Miguel Guerrero’s nightmare 6th inning: a walk followed by five consecutive hits, with no batters retired. Timber Rattlers’ Extras: Guerrero may need to forget this game or comfort himself with the fact that it was only 21 pitches. Yes, it was really only 21 pitches and we expect that much better days will be ahead for him. DH/3B Brock Wilken and INF (third baseman in this game) Mike Boeve weren’t able to dazzle the home fans like on Wednesday evening, combining on an 0-for-8 game with a walk for Boeve. Friday’s outlook: RHP Tyler Woessner (3.75 ERA, 1.28 WHIP, 7.6 K/9 in 98 1/3 IP) gets the ball, with Wisconsin aiming for a 3-1 series lead. Carolina Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Carolina 12, Delmarva 3 Box Score / Game Log Via the Mudcats’ website, game details: Sibrian, Nicasia & Avina Power Mudcats to 12-3 Victory RHP Patricio Aquino (4 IP, 2 R, 7 H, 1 BB, 1 HBP, 6 Ks; 2.82 season ERA) usually doesn’t need much help, but undoubtedly appreciated the strong offensive support as the Mudcats won their sixth straight game. Center fielder Kay-Lan Nicasia (2-for-4, HR, HBP, 2 RBIs) delivered a two-run homer in the 2nd inning to give the Mudcats a 2-1 lead, then C Jose Sibrian (3-for-4, double, HBP, 4 RBIs) brought in two more runs with his 5th inning double to push the advantage to 5-2. Mudcats’ Extras: DH/OF Jace Avina (2-for-2, HR, 3 walks, RBI) manned the leadoff spot for the third time this year and came through by reaching base in all five plate appearances. Right fielder Luis Castillo and 3B Luke Adams each singled and walked twice as key parts of Carolina’s carousel. The bullpen of RHPs Jeison Pena, Yujanyer Herrera and Tyler Wehrle combined on five scoreless innings while striking out seven Shorebirds, with Herrera covering three of the innings. Friday’s outlook: RHP Will Rudy is scheduled to start, with the Mudcats trying to clinch a series win. Arizona Complex League Action Final: ACL Brewers 6, ACL Giants Orange 3 Box Score / Game Log Rather than promotion to full season affiliate ball, perhaps statues are being erected in Maryvale for 2B Dylan O’Rae (1-for-3, 2 walks, RBI, SB; .930 season OPS with 28 stolen bases) and SS Juan Baez (2-for-3, double, walk, RBI, SB; 1.029 season OPS) instead. Baez’ RBI double tied the game 1-1 in the 1st inning, while O’Rae singled in center fielder Luis Medina to extend the Brewers’ lead to 4-2 in the 2nd inning. After a miserable June (.317 OPS in 20 PAs) and below average July (.699 OPS in 42 PAs), Medina delivered his second straight solid game. He’s 4-for-8 with 10 total bases, 6 RBIs and just one strikeout in his last two contests. Similar to Medina’s mini-revival, 19-year old right fielder Reece Walling has also been putting together better numbers of late, including two triples in this contest. The starting pitcher on the day was RHP Yorman Galindez (5 IP, 2 R, 3 H, 3 BB, 5 Ks; earning his first Win of the year), while the bullpen of LHP Osbriel Mogollon and RHPs Brailin Rodriguez and Cristofher Carrasco (first Save) got the job done: 4 IP, 1 R, 4 Ks. Dominican Summer League Action Continuation Game (resumed from 2 outs in top of 10th inning) Final: DSL Braves 7, DSL Brewers-1 Squad 6 (in 10 innings) Box Score / Game Log Borrowing notes from @Mass_Haas and @sveumrules When Mother Nature intervened Tuesday it was quite late, the Braves had just scored the go-ahead run in the top of the 10th (on a wild pitch, sigh), and had the bases loaded with two outs looking for more. The Cerveceros had the same pitcher try to extract himself with his own inherited runners two days later, and 22-year-old 2nd-year RHP Roman Perez did just that, ending the inning with a backwards K. Looking to at least tie the game in the bottom of the 10th, Team Uno went down meekly, with two flyouts to left field wrapped around a strikeout. Game over. Brewer pitchers walked eight and plunked four in this game. The team's one error, on a pitcher pickoff, did not lead to additional damage, the club turned three double plays, and 17-year-old wunderkid Yophery Rodriguez, playing RF in this one, threw out a runner at third base, so defense was solid. Rodriguez (2-3, 2xBB, SB), Yannic Walther (0-2, 3xBB), and Tyler Rodriguez (1-2, BB, 2xSB) were busy on the bases while Wilfredo Cordero and Oliver Camilo had the only scoreless IP with a walk/strikeout each in each of their innings. Regularly Scheduled Game: DSL Brewers-1 Squad at DSL Braves – Canceled The Uno young men were not able to take their revenge, as the game was canceled due to lightning. The game will not likely be made up, due to limited remaining open dates for the two teams. Regularly Scheduled Game: DSL Guardians Blue at DSL Brewers-2 Squad - Postponed This game also never commenced due to lightning, but the teams intend to make up the game on Wednesday, August 16. We hope that you enjoy the Minor League Link Report. Enjoy Friday’s 8-game slate, including an early doubleheader for DSL Brewers-1. 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

Counting on it. With Miley and Woodruff back, let’s dominate. Let’s also see how many pitches Lauer throws for Nashville today, though he’ll probably be a reliever the rest of the way.

RHP Harrison Durow (undrafted free agent signing) assigned to ACL Brewers C Jesus Garcia transferred to Development List from AAA Nashville

Mike Boeve delivered two home runs and six RBIs as ACL Brewers won easily. Yophery Rodriguez and Gabriel Colmenarez led DSL Brewers-1 to victory over DSL Brewers-2. Image courtesy of BrewerFanatic Transactions: OF Tyler Naquin (who had been playing for AAA Nashville) traded to Chicago White Sox for cash LHP Bennett Sousa activated from 60-day injured list and optioned to AAA Nashville Game Action: Arizona Complex League Action Final: ACL Brewers 14, ACL Rangers 4 Box Score / Game Log 2B Mike Boeve knocked in the first runs of the game with a 3-run blast in the 1st inning, then put the game out of reach with another 3-run jack in the 4th inning to push the Brewers’ lead to 9-2. The recent second round draft pick’s earth-shattering 1.779 OPS in 32 plate appearances should hopefully push him to be promoted to Low-A Carolina this week after his astounding eight games in the ACL. 18-year old 3B Juan Baez (3-for-4, walk; .392 AVG, 1.021 OPS) and 19-year old CF Dylan O’Rae (2-for-5, walk, stole 27th base; .358 AVG, .928 OPS) would undoubtedly like to join Boeve on the flight east. Our fingers have remained crossed for them for several weeks. Starting RHP Manuel Rodriguez (5 IP, 4 R, 6 H, 1 BB, 4 Ks, 1 balk), who turns 18 years old on Monday, had plenty of cushion to work with and earned his fourth Win, but will still wish he’d limited opposition runs to a larger degree. Reliever RHP Henrison Mota (4 IP, 0 R, 2 H, 3 BB, 4 Ks, 1 WP) had one of the best outings of his 3-year minor league career. SS Cooper Pratt and DH Eric Bitonti combined on a 2-for-9 day with a walk and an RBI, while right fielder Reece Walling connected on his second homer (solo shot) and also singled. Dominican Summer League Action Final: DSL Brewers-1 Squad 4, DSL Brewers-2 Squad 1 (in 7 innings) Box Score / Game Log This was a tight contest until the final inning, when center fielder Yophery Rodriguez (2-for-3, double, walk, 2 RBIs) announced the end of his recent mini-slump with a 2-run double to extend Uno Squad’s lead. However, the performance of the game belonged to 17-year old RHP Gabriel Colmenarez (4 IP, 0 R, 0 H, 0 BB, 1 HBP, 4 Ks), who took over after a 94-minute weather delay and faced just 12 batters over four innings of relief work (retiring 11 of his 12, with an inherited runner also caught stealing), earning his third Win of the season. Starting pitchers RHP Eric Prado (for DSL-1) and Bryan Rivera (for DSL-2) were both solid, each allowing one run and two hits over three innings and four innings of work, respectively. 17-year old DH/UT Pedro Ibarguen hit the first home run of his career, giving his team a 1-0 lead in the 2nd inning, before SS Luiyin Alastre tripled home left fielder Argenis Aparicio to tie the game in the next inning. Aparicio also doubled home a run in the 5th inning to give DSL-1 its first lead. We hope that you enjoy the Minor League Link Report. Enjoy Tuesday’s 7-game slate! 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

I’m not saying it’s best or smart. It’s hard to know. I’m just pointing to the fact that he’s played 111 innings in right field for the Brewers and just 1 inning in center field. All despite apparent benefits to be gained from starting Frelick in CF against righties and/or pinch-hitting him for Wiemer against righties.

‘Twas odd that we didn’t pinch hit Frelick for Wiemer in Game 3 against the mighty Pirates (or Caratini or Perkins for Anderson or Wiemer against a struggling RHP with the bases loaded Friday night), but I understood it better when we shifted Frelick to right field later in the Saturday game. It seems clear that we don’t have much confidence in: - Frelick in center field - Toro at third base or second base - Perkins at the plate, ever - Caratini to bat left-handed And we did have misplaced confidence in Anderson’s current ability at the plate, but now we know better.

Jose Acosta and Blayberg Diaz had big hits as Wisconsin and Carolina won two of their three games. Keston Hiura and Wes Clarke continued hot streaks, but Nashville and Biloxi both lost. Image courtesy of Biloxi Shuckers For the week, Carolina (5-2) was the sole series winner, while each of Nashville, Biloxi and Wisconsin dropped tough series (4-2). Transactions: INF Tyler Black promoted to AAA Nashville from AA Biloxi 1B Ernesto Martinez promoted to AA Biloxi from High-A Wisconsin OF Skye Bolt placed on AAA Nashville’s 7-day injured list LHP Clayton Andrews optioned to AAA Nashville from MLB Brewers Game Action: Nashville Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Durham 7, Nashville 6 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 Drop Series Finale to Bulls Did a pitch timer violation ruffle Sounds’ starting RHP Janson Junk (5 IP, 3 R, 3 H, 2 BB, 5 Ks) enough to derail his performance? Junk had retired 12 straight Bulls after a game-opening single and Nashville led 3-0 after four innings, but the 5th inning commenced with a pitch timer violation, consecutive walks and a 3-run homer to knot the affair. After a blow-up 7th inning for rehabbing LHP Bennett Sousa (2/3 IP, 4 R, 2 H, 1 BB, 1 HBP, 1 K), the Sounds trailed 7-3 and things looked a bit hopeless until consecutive walks from right fielder Jahmai Jones and AAA debutant 3B Tyler Black (0-for-3, 2 walks) with two outs in the bottom half of the inning brought 1B Keston Hiura to the plate for his 3-run blast. Keston came up again with two outs in the bottom of the 9th inning, but was hit by pitch so not able to tie things up alone. C Payton Henry battled gamely, fouling off four pitches before flying out to end it. Sounds’ Extras: Hiura (2-for-4, HR, HBP, 3 RBIs) had singled earlier to extend his hitting streak to seven games. With no strikeouts in this game, he’s likely put himself atop the Promotion Watch alongside 2B Owen Miller (2-for-4, two doubles, SB) and INF Abraham Toro (not played since August 3 option). LHP Alex Claudio and RHPs Trevor Megill and Thyago Vieira each delivered scoreless innings of relief, with Thyago’s the most exciting for all involved. Vieira threw nine pitches of 99mph or higher to the first four batters he faced, with several topping 100mph, before facing bases loaded drama and escaping. Next week’s outlook: Nashville (56-50) travels to Indianapolis (50-56) to square off against the Pirates’ AAA affiliate, with RHP Caleb Boushley (4.68 ERA, 1.38 WHIP, 7.0 K/9 in 100 IP) expected to start the first game of the series. Biloxi Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Pensacola 11, Biloxi 6 Box Score / Game Log Via the Shuckers’ website, game details: Shuckers Fall in Run-Filled Finale against Blue Wahoos The starting pitching experiment of RHP James Meeker (4 IP, 6 R, 10 H, 1 BB, 4 Ks) continues to be an up-and-down affair, with this game certainly of the down variety. What stands out most obviously is that Meeker has K’d 44 batters in 135 plate appearances in 16 relief appearances, but only struck out 17 batters in 156 plate appearances in 8 starts. Shuckers’ Extras: On the road and down 6-2 after six innings, the Shuckers were undeterred and made a game of it in the 7th inning, but unfortunately only one of four hitters (an RBI walk for DH Wes Clarke) was able to bring home a run. The Shuckers stranded 13 baserunners in the game versus only 7 left on base by Pensacola. Perhaps that bases loaded walk of Clarke (3-for-4, HR, 2 doubles, walk, 3 RBIs) was an exercise in self-preservation for the Blue Wahoos, as Clarke had already homered and doubled in the game. He added another double in the 9th inning, but Biloxi trailed 11-5 by that point. Center fielder Jackson Chourio (two singles, RBI), SS Freddy Zamora (two singles) and C Brent Diaz (double, HBP) each had solid games offensively, while the four relievers had mixed results as you’ll note in the box score. Next week’s outlook: The Shuckers (53-49) return home to take on Cubs’ affiliate Tennessee (58-43). Wisconsin Pre-Game Media Notes Game One Final: Wisconsin 5, South Bend 2 (in 7 innings) Box Score / Game Log Via the Rattlers’ website, game details: Rattlers Go Deep to Take Game One at South Bend Game Two Final: South Bend 3, Wisconsin 0 (in 7 innings) Box Score / Game Log Via the Rattlers’ website, game details: Wisconsin Shut Out as Cubs Gain Doubleheader Split Newly-acquired (for Luis Urias) 22-year old RHP Bradley Blalock made his Brewers’ organizational debut in the first game of Wisconsin’s doubleheader, with nerves perhaps playing a part as a walked the first two batters he faced before settling in. After 80 pitches and six strikeouts in four innings, with the Timber Rattlers trailing 2-1, Blalock’s day was complete. From there, left fielder Alex Hall (3-for-5, HR, walk, RBI) and 2B Jose Acosta (3-for-6, HR, double, 2 RBIs) immediately picked up Blalock and the Timber Rattlers, delivering back-to-back homers in the top of the 5th inning. In the next frame, Acosta doubled home none other than Mr. Hall (who’d walked) to tack on an insurance run. The night cap was a different story, as Wisconsin produced only three harmless singles in their shutout defeat. Timber Rattlers’ Extras: RHP Edwin Jimenez (4 IP, 3 R, 6 H, 2 BB, 2 HBP, 3 Ks) was not able to deliver a dominant outing like his last start (seven scoreless innings last week), ultimately credited with the loss in game two of the doubleheader. 1B Ernesto Martinez had an RBI double to extend the Timber Rattlers’ lead to 4-2 in the first game of the day, in what was likely the last game he’ll ever play in High-A ball. Good luck in AA Biloxi, Mr. Martinez! Each of RHPs Shane Smith (winner) and Tanner Shears (save) and LHP Justin King (2 IP, 0 R, 0 H, 2 BB, 4 Ks) were solid in relief across the two games, combining on five scoreless innings as they (and other Timber Rattlers’ relievers) make their case to join Ernesto in Double-A ball. Next week’s outlook: Wisconsin (44-56) hosts Reds’ affiliate Dayton (53-49), with LHP Nate Peterson (3.78 ERA, 1.28 WHIP, 10.8 K/9 in 50 IP) scheduled to start the opener. Final: Carolina 4, Fayetteville 3 Box Score / Game Log Via the Mudcats’ website, game details: Comeback ‘Cats Strike Again and Take Series With 4-3 Win Sometimes you’re clearly the better team. And sometimes you win when you’re not supposed to. Sunday’s victory for Carolina sure looked like the latter case, as the opposing Woodpeckers went 1-for-16 with runners in scoring position to leave the door open for the Mudcats to waltz through. Five of the eight Mudcats’ hits in the game came in that come-from-behind, three-run 9th inning, with July Carolina League Player of the Month 1B Jesus Chirinos getting the action going with a leadoff double. Center fielder Luis Lara (1-for-2, double, walk) doubled home Chirinos and two infield singles followed, before C Blayberg Diaz (2-for-4, RBI) gave the Mudcats the only lead they would need with an RBI game-winning single. Mudcats’ Extras: Starting RHP Aidan Maldonado (2 2/3 IP, 1 R, 2 H, 0 BB, 2 HBP, 1 K) threw 49 pitches in his second outing since returning from injury, as he builds back strength. He exited with the team trailing 1-0. RHPs Will Childers and Jose Chavez managed the middle innings, combining on 5 1/3 IP, 2 R (1 ER), 8 H, 1 BB, 4 Ks – which kept Carolina in the game alongside DH/1B Tayden Hall’s (1-for-2, double, 2 walks, RBI) double which scored a run in the 7th inning. RHP Tyler Wehrle earned the save after teasing the Fayetteville fans by walking two batters and hitting another to load the bases, before getting the game’s final out on a called third strike. Next week’s outlook: Carolina (56-43) hosts Orioles’ affiliate Delmarva (43-57). We hope that you enjoy the Minor League Link Report. It’s a light day on Monday, with the DSL Brewers’ squads facing each other at 10:00am CST and the ACL Brewers playing at 8:00pm CST, with of course the Milwaukee Brewers playing at 7:10pm 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

The Nationals kept Dickerson around just long enough to be a thorn in our side: https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2023/08/corey-dickerson-clears-release-waivers.html

Weird how they’ll get essentially nothing for Laureano after he was a rumored trade candidate in the offseason: https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2023/08/athletics-designate-ramon-laureano-release-manny-pina.html

Woo hoo!!!

- LHP Clayton Andrews optioned to AAA Nashville from MLB Brewers - OF Skye Bolt placed on AAA Nashville’s 7-day injured list

Not sure where else to put this: https://www.mlb.com/news/yankees-prospect-anthony-seigler-switch-thrower?t=mlb-pipeline-coverage

Tyson Miller spent 21 days in the Dodgers’ organization, appearing in just 3 games (2 in AAA, 1 in MLB), and now moves on to the Mets. https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2023/08/mets-claim-tyson-miller-waivers-dodgers.html

Luis Urias is back in MLB: https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-red-sox/2023/08/04/red-sox-recall-luis-urias-dfa-christian-arroyo/?amp=1