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I assume this is 20th round LHP Justin Chambers (a Washington State commit) building up strength after TJ surgery, but I’m just guessing all of this based on two Twitter posts:

Video and info on 14th round RHP Hayden Robinson, who’s committed to Nicholls State:

On 15th rounder INF Josh Adamsczewski: https://www.nwitimes.com/sports/high-school/baseball/player-of-the-year-nwi-preps-baseball-lake-central-josh-adamczewski-ihsaa/article_f2dea03e-16bc-11ee-b3bf-676850db016b.html

The last of our Rounds 1-10 picks to not sign was Dylan Covey in 2010, so I have to believe we’re confident in signing Pratt, pending physical. It just means we’ll draft a bunch more (relatively cheap) Woodwards from here on out, with the usual sprinkling of impossible-to-sign guys.

More highlights of Patricio Aquino, Yerlin Rodriguez and Jadher Areinamo from the Mudcats' 1-0 win yesterday:

LHP Robert Gasser of AAA Nashville suspended for the one (hit-by-)pitch he threw to start Friday's game

Cam Devanney and Ben Metzinger hit tie-breaking homers in wins for Nashville and Wisconsin. Patricio Aquino delivered four shutout innings in a narrow Carolina win. Biloxi’s ‘pen couldn’t hold on to a 6-2 lead in their defeat. Image courtesy of Biloxi Shuckers The solid 3-win Sunday brought the Brewers’ full season affiliate records to a combined 161-161 on the season before they take a 4-day break. For the week, Carolina (4-1) and Nashville (3-2) were series winners, while Wisconsin and Biloxi ended with 3-3 draws. Transactions: INF Mike Brosseau cleared waivers and outrighted to AAA Nashville (where he was playing already) Enjoy the Thread from Day One of the 2023 MLB Draft, in which the Brewers selected three players And here’s the Thread for Day Two, i.e. rounds 3-10 today Game Action: Nashville Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Nashville 7, Columbus 6 (final in 8 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: Late Homers Lead Hot Chickens to Eight Inning Win Passions ran high throughout Nashville and Columbus’ series, fittingly ending with a back-and-forth finale which saw the Sounds re-take the lead in the bottom of the 6th inning on solo homers from each of left fielder Skye Bolt (2-for-3, HR, double, RBI) and SS Cam Devanney (2-for-3, HR, RBI). Two innings later, LHP Clayton Andrews allowed a leadoff double and single, then magically escaped via an infield pop out, full count walk and consecutive full count strikeouts just before the rains came. You’ll find many highlights at the Sounds’ Twitter feed. Sounds’ Extras: The Sounds started strong, building a 5-2 advantage by the 3rd inning on key hits from 1B Keston Hiura (1-for-2, double, 2 walks, RBI), C Brian Navaretto and right fielder Sal Frelick (1-for-4, double). Starting RHP Caleb Boushley (5 IP, 6 R (5 ER), 8 H, 4 BB, 1 K) had thrown 188 pitches in two starts over the previous 10 days, but he came oh-so-close to a decent outing while running on fumes. The back-breaking 3-run homer to Jhonkensy Noel in the top of the 5th inning came in an 0-2 count with two outs. Others on Promotion Watch: Center fielder Tyrone Taylor: 0-for-3, HBP, SB and threw out a baserunner at home. 3B Luis Urias: 0-for-2, walk, sac fly, RBI, but had an error. 2B Abraham Toro: 1-for-4. LHP Justin Wilson and RHP Trevor Megill: one scoreless inning each. Next week’s outlook: The Sounds (48-37) resume action on Friday for a 3-game series at Reds’ affiliate Louisville (45-40). Biloxi Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Pensacola 10, Biloxi 8 Box Score / Game Log Via the Shuckers’ website, game details: Shuckers Fall in Run-Filled Series Finale against Blue Wahoos Playing their 12th game in 12 days, with starting RHP James Meeker (4 IP, 2 R, 4 H, 0 BB, 1 K) typically capped at about 60 pitches, we knew this game was going to come down to the bullpen. What we didn’t know was that RHPs Zach Vennaro and Robbie Baker would get mauled for 8 runs in 1 2/3 innings, very quickly seeing a 6-2 lead become a 10-7 deficit. You’ll see video highlights at the Shuckers Twitter feed, but will have to search elsewhere for the meltdown lowlights. Shuckers’ Extras: Sparingly-used secret weapon C Nick Kahle (1-for-3, HR, walk, 2 RBIs) came through for the second straight day for a lineup missing OF Jackson Chourio and C Jeferson Quero (both participating in the MLB Futures Game), hitting a 2-run homer to grow the Shuckers’ lead to 4-0 by the 2nd inning. SS Ethan Murray collected three singles, while center fielder Lamar Sparks and 2B Felix Valerio combined on four singles and 3 RBIs, but Valerio K’d with the bases loaded to end the top of the 7th inning and Sparks flied out with two runners on base to end the game. RHP Ryan Brady came in to finish the 6th inning, ultimately retiring all seven batters that he faced, as Manager Mike Guerrero may wonder why he didn’t go to him earlier. Next week’s outlook: The Shuckers (39-42) will host Angels’ affiliate Rocket City (37-43) for three games starting on Friday. Wisconsin Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Wisconsin 6, Beloit 3 Box Score / Game Log Via the Rattlers’ website, game details: Metzinger Sends Rattlers to the Break with a Win The Timber Rattlers are demonstrating far more fight in the second half, battling back to tie and ultimately win Sunday’s game. After Manager Joe Ayrault was ejected for rightfully arguing a bad call out of 3B Ben Metzinger at first base in the 6th inning, Metzinger (2-for-4, HR, 3 RBIs) repaid his Manager’s efforts with his first home run since May 10th, a 3-run blast with one out in the 8th inning to give Wisconsin its 6-3 lead. But a similarly big credit goes to the bullpen of RHP Brannon Jordan (though he allowed an inherited runner to score), LHP Justin King, RHP Sam Gardner and RHP Tanner Shears, who combined on 4 1/3 shutout innings with 6 strikeouts, just one hit and no walks. You’ll find more highlights here, as compiled by the Wisconsin media team, along with a 20-minute post-game podcast with reactions from Ayrault, Metzinger, Chris Mehring and Kyle Lobner. Timber Rattlers’ Extras: Center fielder Joe Gray Jr. (1-for-3, HR, walk, RBI) and right fielder Hendry Mendez (2-for-4, RBI) got the Timber Rattlers started early, collecting three hits, a walk and two RBIs in the first three innings. RHP Alexander Cornielle (4 2/3 IP, 3 R, 3 H, 0 BB, 2 HBP, 3 Ks) was probably asked to extend further than was desirable, allowing two runs and two hits in his final 2/3rds of an inning. He was pitching for the third time in 11 days as he works back to full strength following an injury. C Darrien Miller and 1B Alex Hall remained hot, combining on a 3-for-6 day, with a double, two walks and an RBI. Next week’s outlook: Wisconsin (34-45) travels to face Cardinals’ affiliate Peoria (43-38) on Friday. Carolina Pre-Game Media Notes Continuation Game (from end of 4th inning) Final: Carolina 1, Fayetteville 0 Box Score / Game Log Sunday Game: Carolina 2, Fayetteville 0 (postponed after one inning, to resume in August series) Box Score / Game Log Via the Mudcats’ website, game details: Mudcats Get 1-0 Game 1 Victory; Game 2 Suspended The Mudcats and Woodpeckers re-commenced Saturday’s rain-delayed game from two outs in the bottom of the 4th inning, with RHP Patricio Aquino (4 IP, 0 R, 3 H, 3 BB, 6 Ks) continuing RHP Logan Henderson’s exceptional work to keep Fayetteville off the board. 3B Jadher Areinamo played hero, producing the game’s only extra-base hit with a double to start the bottom of the 7th inning, coming home for the game’s only run on an RBI grounder from 1B Jesus Chirinos. Mudcats’ Extras: 21-year old RHP Yerlin Rodriguez (1 IP, 0 R, 1 H, 0 BB, 2 Ks) is undoubtedly turning heads with two saves in his last two outings, including an amazing behind-the-back pickup-to-GIDP in his last game. This time, he conceded an infield single and balk before striking out the final two batters swinging. Manager Victor Estevez will be particularly pleased that the team only struck out four times in 30 at-bats, while committing zero errors and throwing out the Woodpeckers only attempted basestealer. LHP Nate Peterson (3 Ks), 3B Luke Adams (BB, SB, run) and center fielder Luis Lara (single, SB, run) got the Mudcats off to a nice 2-0 start in the day’s second game, but it was suspended due to rain at the start of the 2nd inning, to be completed in the first week of August. Next week’s outlook: The Mudcats (40-37) will head to Myrtle Beach (47-33) to battle the Cubs’ affiliate. We hope that you enjoy the Minor League Link Report. 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Troy’s off the board at 12. Teel, Shaw and Taylor remain available. Brewers pick at 18.

INF Mike Brosseau cleared waivers and outrighted to AAA Nashville (where he was playing already)

I think Stearns loved him, but Counsell doesn't appreciate a no-glove, high-K guy. This dynamic led to the absurd decision to burn his final option in the midst of a productive streak last year, when trading him was the only logical move. The lack of options and bad finish to the 2022 season depleted Hiura's value, so Arnold guaranteed him $2.2m for 2023 in the offseason rather than sell low. Hiura was awful in Spring, so too expensive for other teams and outrighted to AAA. But 9 homers in his first 19 games had him deserved of a promotion, only hindered by a 5 BB / 22 K ratio. He remedied that enough over the next 4 games and should have joined the Crew or been traded on May 1st. Arnold was gun-shy and missed the window. Hiura would have helped the MLB squad for those next 10 days, then got hurt May 12th. And now here we are, with him trying to round back into form 2 months later.

I figure we’ll pick whichever of Troy, Shaw or Taylor happens to be available at #18.

- RHP Abner Uribe recalled to MLB Brewers from AAA Nashville - RHP Jason Alexander activated from 60-day injured list and optioned to AAA Nashville - C Alex Jackson of AAA Nashville suspended for his part in Thursday’s brawl (George “Punch Thrower” Valera got 6 games) - RHP Tyson Miller designated for assignment - RHP Jake Cousins sent on rehab assignment to ACL Brewers

LHP Thomas Pannone is headed back to South Korea on a $350k deal. Good luck to him over there!

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- INF/OF Jheremy Vargas promoted to High-A Wisconsin from Low-A Carolina

Given the relative success we’ve had with JUCO picks the past few years, I wonder if this is a niche area where we think we have an advantage, like nabbing young prospects from Venezuela and Nicaragua: Jacob Misiorowski, Antoine Kelly, Logan Henderson, Carlos F. Rodriguez, Tyler Woessner, Tayden Hall, Satchell Norman. I saw a 300-prospect board at ESPN, with just 6 JUCOs listed: RHP Gavin Adams (20.4), SS Kendrey Maduro (19.2), RHP Josh Bostick (21.7), RHP Noah Ruen (20.2), LHP Christian Oppor (19.0), LHP Kyle Carr (21.1).

RHP Thyago Vieira placed on AAA Nashville's 7-day injured list RHP Alejandro Parra (6'3", 17-year old from Dominican Republic) signed and added to DSL Brewers-1 RHP Francisco Guevara (5'10", 16-year old Venezuelan) signed and added to DSL Brewers-1

Jackson Chourio homered in a Shucker comeback and Hedbert Perez continued his hot streak in Carolina’s win. Wisconsin let the game slip away late and Nashville had as many ejections as runs in their loss. Image courtesy of Biloxi Shuckers Transactions: SS Eric Brown Jr. placed on High-A Wisconsin's 7-day injured list LHP Justin King activated from High-A Wisconsin's 7-day injured list LHP Justin Wilson’s rehab shifted to AAA Nashville from ACL Brewers Game Action: Nashville Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Columbus 6, Nashville 2 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 6-2 to Clippers Unfortunately, RHP Justin Jarvis’ AAA debut was marred by the 3rd inning meltdown of Guardians’ #2 prospect OF George Valera at the plate. After the brawl which ensued, Jarvis (3 1/3 IP, 5 R (4 ER), 5 H, 6 BB, 3 Ks, 1 WP) was unable to settle back in and a 2-0 deficit quickly became a 5-0 mountain that was too much for the Sounds to overcome. Sounds’ Extras: In terms of baseball, RHP Pedro Fernandez, rehabbing LHP Justin Wilson and LHP Clayton Andrews all did well to give Nashville’s offense a chance, combining on 5 2/3 IP, 1 R, 5 H, 1 BB, 7 Ks. Offensively, the team had six hits by six different players. Promotion Watch: left fielder Keston Hiura had a single, a bad error and K’d twice. DH/OF Tyrone Taylor singled. 3B Luis Urias went 0-for-4. Only 1B Abraham Toro helped his cause, going 1-for-1, with a double, sacrifice fly, two walks and no errors at first base. Unless C Alex Jackson (1-for-1, season OPS now 1.002) said something so grotesque which would trigger a grown man to throw multiple punches at him despite an umpire standing in the way, Jackson looks like he’ll face a rather unlucky ejection and subsequent suspension for Valera’s attack. RHP Abner Uribe, on the other hand, ended up looking a bit out of control in taking on multiple Clippers in front of their dugout. Again, words were probably passed, but by reacting that aggressively, Uribe was also tossed and will likely be suspended. It was Charlie Greene (Brewers’ Assistant Director of Player Development, better known as the organization’s roving catching coordinator) who carried Uribe out of the dust-up. Uribe did not actually play in Thursday’s game. Friday’s outlook: LHP Robert Gasser (3.94 ERA, 1.23 WHIP, 10.7 K/9 in 80 IP) is the scheduled starter, with the Sounds needing a victory to even the series 2-2. Biloxi Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Biloxi 10, Pensacola 4 Box Score / Game Log Via the Shuckers’ website, game details: Late Runs, Home Runs Power Shuckers to 10-4 Win over Blue Wahoos With starting RHP Tobias Myers (6 IP, 4 R (2 ER), 5 H, 2 BB, 9 Ks) pitching on four days’ rest, the Shuckers fell behind 3-0 by the 2nd inning, but a late offensive explosion gave them the game and a 2-1 series lead. Biloxi’s bats kept coming, with center fielder Jackson Chourio (2-for-5, HR, double, 2 RBIs) leading the charge with a 6th inning RBI double and a game-tying solo shot in the 8th inning, before red-hot SS Freddy Zamora doubled in two runs to give the Shuckers their first lead. You’ll see plenty more video highlights at the Shuckers Twitter feed. Shuckers’ Extras: Myers struggled early with an error and a balk, but ultimately settled in nicely in throwing 99 pitches on the evening, nearing his season high in strikeouts. Every spot in the lineup reached base, with eight Shuckers notching hits. Left fielder Lamar Sparks doubled and singled, 3B Zavier Warren hit a key solo homer and 1B Noah Campbell added helpful icing with a 2-run, 2-out homer in the top of the 9th inning. Hooray for RHP Cam Robinson (2 IP, 0 R, 0 H, 1 BB, 3 Ks) throwing two scoreless innings to close it out and earn a save, as well as LHP Luis Amaya for working around two hits to earn a win. Friday’s outlook: Expected starting RHP Christian Mejias needs to start putting up some zeros to lower his 6.31 ERA (in 67 IP). Wisconsin Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Beloit 8, Wisconsin 6 (in 12 innings) Box Score / Game Log Via the Rattlers’ website, game details: Rattlers Drop a Heartbreaker to Beloit With Eric Brown Jr. out injured for eight weeks due to a non-displaced hairline fracture on his left scapula (per Curt Hogg), SS Robert Moore (3-for-5, walk, 2 RBIs, SB) is being asked to do more than ever for the Timber Rattlers. On this night, that meant extending his on-base streak to 24 games, knocking in the game-tying run with an 11th inning single, but also committing the error with two outs in the top of the 9th inning which essentially sent the game to extra innings. You’ll find lots of highlights and lowlights from the video highlights compiled by the Wisconsin media team, along with a 17-minute post-game discussion. Timber Rattlers’ Extras: The Timber Rattlers jumped on Beloit with four runs in the 1st inning, setting up RHP Tyler Woessner (6 IP, 2 R, 4 H, 2 BB, 1 K) for what looked like a sure-fire win. DH/OF Hendry Mendez contributed three hits (triple, double, single, 2 RBIs) and 2B Jose Acosta reached base thrice (2-for-3, triple, double, HBP, sacrifice bunt), but the team will rue going 5-for-23 with runners in scoring position, stranding 13 baserunners (vs. 8 for Beloit). RHP Sam Gardner (1 2/3 IP, 2 R (1 ER), had come through in his last two save opportunities, but couldn’t quite pin this one down in the 9th inning unfortunately. Teammates and coaches will be thrilled to have LHP Justin King back from his two-month injury, even if he gave up an earned run in his first game back (season ERA now 1.84). However, 3B Eduardo Garcia exited at the start of the 7th inning with an apparent wrist injury, which risks exacerbating the team’s depth woes. C’mon, have some guts! Rather than face left fielder Alex Hall’s wrath, the Sky Carp intentionally walked him with one out in the bottom of the 10th inning and it unfortunately worked out for Beloit despite them actually loading the bases with another walk. RHP Nick Merkel (3 1/3 IP, 3 R (2 ER), 4 H, 0 BB, 2 Ks) took the loss, but gave the team important innings as they manage their staff while playing 12 games in 12 days. Friday’s outlook: RHP Edwin Jimenez has found rough seas in his last three starts (14 IP, 13 ER), so will look for a return to his previous form and lead Wisconsin to a 3-1 series advantage. Carolina Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Carolina 6, Fayetteville 3 Box Score / Game Log Via the Mudcats’ website, game details: Figueroa’s Strong Start Leads Mudcats to 6-3 Victory Similar to the Rattlers, Carolina grabbed an early 4-0 lead, but they thankfully managed to hold on despite the Woodpeckers clawing to within 5-3 by the 8th inning. RHP Jeferson Figueroa (4 IP, 0 R, 3 H, 2 BB, 1 HBP, 3 Ks, 1 WP) was thrust into the game as a spot starter (we hope that originally-scheduled starter RHP Alexander Vallecillo is okay) and turned in a terrific four scoreless innings. Mudcats’ Extras: 20-year old left fielder Hedbert Perez (2-for-4, HR, 2 RBIs) has hopefully put his 1.5 years of struggle truly behind him, delivering the 1st inning two-run homer in this game. Perez has an .898 OPS over his last 23 games (96 PAs) after a .468 OPS in his first 35 games to start the season (143 PAs). C Blayberg Diaz also had two hits, while DH/OF Luis Castillo produced a single, walk, RBI and stolen base. Neither of RHPs Jose Chavez or Jeison Pena were particularly effective (combined 5 IP, 3 R, 4 H, 2 BB, 5 Ks), although Pena managed to retire the final hitter of each of the 8th and 9th innings with a runner on base. Friday’s outlook: Either Vallecillo or RHP Quinton Low will get the chance to lead the Mudcats to a 3-1 series lead. Dominican Summer League Action Final: DSL Brewers #2 Squad 2, DSL Guardians Red 1 Box Score / Game Log Our Dos squad only produced three hits, but that’s all the Guardians managed as well, with neither club delivering an extra-base hit in a combined 54 at-bats. Down 1-0 in the top of the 6th inning, 3B Demetrio Nadal (2-for-3, SB) started the comeback with a single, stole second (his 10th on the year in 10 attempts) and scored on a wild pitch. Nadal’s efforts apparently unnerved the Guardians’ relief pitcher enough that he walked the next two batters and threw a ball away to allow the Brewers take a 2-1 lead which they held onto thereafter. However, the real story is the pitching: Starting RHP Carlos Maurera: 4 IP, 0 R, 1 H, 2 BB, 1 K Long reliever RHP Melvin Hernandez: 4 IP, 1 R, 2 H, 0 BB, 4 Ks Closer (on this day) RHP Dikember Sanchez: 1 IP, 0 R, 0 H, 0 BB, 2 Ks SS Roderick Flores notched the team’s only other hit, while each of 2B Filippo Di Turi and center fielder Antony Gomez walked twice, although both Flores and Gomez were caught stealing. Final: DSL Royals Gold 1, DSL Brewers #1 Squad 0 Box Score / Game Log Starting 17-year old RHP Eric Prado (5 IP, 0 R, 1 H, 1 BB, 2 Ks, 1 WP) is five games into his baseball career and has not disappointed in any of them. His season ERA dropped to 0.98, with 15 Ks in 18 1/3 IP. 17-year old Enniel Cortez (2 IP, 0 R, 0 H, 1 BB, 3 Ks) is also delivering exceptional results, with two scoreless innings to drop his season ERA to 2.18, with 25 Ks in 20 2/3 IP. Unfortunately, their teammates were unable to score, stranding seven runners in the game (vs. four left-on-base for the Royals). The most egregious missed opportunity was in the bottom of the 6th inning, when a leadoff double and walk led to nothing. RHP Jesael Cabrera took the loss after two singles, a wild pitch and sacrifice fly brought the game’s only run home in the top of the 6th inning. Center fielder Yophery Rodriguez led off for the team, doubling, walking and stealing a base while lifting his season OPS to .947. Three other players singled, but the team only managed to produce four hits. We hope that you enjoy the Minor League Link Report. Good luck in Friday’s 7-game MILB 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

SS Eric Brown Jr. placed on High-A Wisconsin's 7-day injured list LHP Justin King activated from High-A Wisconsin's 7-day injured list LHP Justin Wilson’s rehab shifted to AAA Nashville from ACL Brewers

Tyrone Taylor has homered in 3 of his past 4 games. Expect him back with the MLB club, even if it means using this time to option Wiemer for service time manipulation purposes (and a rest/re-boot for Wiemer). Jason Alexander has had three decent outings for Nashville and can be optioned, but we’d have to drop someone from the 40-man or bump an injured player to the 60-day injured list.

- INF Jose Caballero placed on ACL Brewers’ 7-day injured list

- 3B Mike Brosseau (been playing for AAA Nashville) designated for assignment

- RHP Miguel Guerrero promoted to High-A Wisconsin from Low-A Carolina - OF Luis Castillo assigned to Low-A Carolina from rehab at ACL Brewers - LHP Brian Fitzpatrick sent on rehab to ACL Brewers - RHP Ryne Moore sent on rehab to ACL Brewers