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After striking out 20 times in 9 innings yesterday, the Shuckers appear determined to surpass that mark today: 5 Ks through 2 innings. But hey, we lead 1-0 as Tyler Black tripled and scored.

Through 4 innings, Caleb Boushley has thrown 76 pitches vs. 48 for Tyler Glasgow. But Nashville only trails 2-0, in part thanks to C Alex Jackson throwing out 2 attempted basestealers. 1B Luke Voit has grounded into a double play and walked.

A 2-out infield hit off his glove seemed to fluster Yujanyer Herrera, who walked or hit the next 3 batters, ultimately giving up 3 runs in the 2nd inning. But his teammates have picked him up immediately with a 5-run 3rd inning, capped by a Luke Adams 3-run blast.

After loading the bases with nobody out in the 1st inning yet failing to score (grrrrr), the Mudcats grabbed 2 runs on 3 singles (Gregory Barrios, Hedbert Perez, Luis Lara) in the 2nd inning. Up 2-0 early. Go Carolina!

AAA Nashville faces a daunting task to try to even up their series in Durham 3-3 against rehabbing Tyler Glasgow. Starting RHP Caleb Boushley has been in good form of late (2.13 ERA in last 25.1 IP). CF Blake Perkins is in the midst of a productive stretch (1.004 OPS in last 9 games / 44 PAs).

High-A Wisconsin’s RHP Stiven Cruz gets a 2nd crack of the week against Quad Cities, after taking the loss on Tuesday. 2B Robert Moore has a 5-game hitting streak.

Low-A Carolina and Kannapolis have a rare deciding Game 7 today, with 19-year old RHP Yujanyer Herrera aiming to silence opposing bats for the 2nd time this week (4 IP, 1 R (unearned), 1 H, 1 BB, 3 Ks on Tuesday).

The AA Shuckers have lost 5 in a row in Chattanooga and 7 games overall, but have RHP Carlos F. Rodriguez (2.84 ERA, 1.14 WHIP, 13.1 K/9, 31.2 IP) on the mound to exact some revenge today. 2B Felix Valerio’s bat is finally coming around a little (.742 OPS in last 10 games / 38 PAs).

AAA Nashville had every opportunity to take a series lead in Durham, but went 0-for-9 with RISP and stranded 12 on base. LHP Thomas Pannone had a busy night (6 IP, 3 R, 6 H, 3 BB, 7 Ks). Rehabbing DH/1B Luke Voit can remove the bat from his shoulder next game (2 walks, HBP, 2 Ks).

Posting remaining lineups for posterity sake. RHP Logan Henderson (3 IP, 1 H, 1 R, 2 BB, 7 Ks, 1 WP) had a decent outing, but Low-A Carolina was unable to build on its 3-2 series lead in Kannapolis.

AA Biloxi is also reeling, having lost 6 games in a row. RHP Christian Mejias (4.80 ERA, 1.27 WHIP, 11.7 K/9 in 30 IP) gets the start in Chattanooga tonight. 3B Tyler Black (.243 AVG, .890 OPS in 142 PAs) returns to the lineup after a day off.

Ugh. Down 5-4 in the bottom of the 9th and facing a pitcher with an ERA of almost 7.00, Alex Hall dutifully walked to lead off the frame. But Acosta popped out, then Brown and Moore each swung at the first pitch (ground out, pop out). Six losses in a row.

Wisconsin fell behind 5-1 and Quad Cities has had opportunities to add to that lead, but LHP Russell Smith worked around traffic and now we’re battling back!:

- RHP Colin Rea recalled to MLB Brewers from AAA Nashville (replacing injured JB Bukauskas) - 1B Luke Voit sent on rehab assignment to AAA Nashville

If at first you don’t succeed… High-A Wisconsin trails Quad Cities 4-0 in this week’s home series. RHP Cameron Wagoner aims to replicate his last start (5 IP, 0 R, 4 Ks). SS Eric Brown Jr. has a 1.033 OPS in his last 16 games (70 PAs).

Nashville with a decent start to the game, scoring 5 runs in the top of the 1st on a double (newcomer CF Michael Reed), 4 singles and 2 walks.

The Low-A Mudcats have flame-throwing RHP Jacob Misiorowski (2.45 ERA, 0.75 WHIP, 15.3 K/9 in 14 2/3 IP) starting in Kannapolis tonight as they try to extend their series lead to 4-1. SS Daniel Guilarte (.308 AVG, .786 OPS in 141 PAs) returns after sitting out yesterday’s doubleheader. 1 - Lara - CF 2 - Guilarte - SS 3 - Adams - 3B 4 - Chirinos - 1B 5 - Avina - RF 6 - Barrios - 2B 7 - Perez - LF 8 - Vargas - DH 9 - Sibrian - C X - Misiorowski - P

AAA Nashville’s LHP Robert Gasser (5.17 ERA, 1.47 WHIP, 11.2 K/9 in 31 1/3 IP) gets the start in Durham tonight, as they aim to even the series 2-2.

AA Biloxi trails 3-0 in its series in Chattanooga and has RHP Tobias Myers (3.72 ERA, 1.02 WHIP, 12.6 K/9 in 36 1/3 IP) starting tonight. RF Noah Campbell and his .443 OBP return to the lineup after a day off.

High-A Wisconsin hosts Quad Cities and turns to RHP Joseph Hernandez (3.41 ERA, 1.20 WHIP, 7.1 K/9 in 31 2/3 IP) to try to end its 4-game losing streak. 2B Robert Moore has 4 doubles and 5 RBIs in his last 3 games.

Nate Peterson K’d six Cannon Ballers as Carolina split a doubleheader. Brian Navaretto drove in four runs in a Nashville win. Biloxi and Wisconsin weren’t able to halt their losing streaks, despite Justin Jarvis striking out nine Lookouts. Image courtesy of BrewerFanatic Nate Peterson K’d six Cannon Ballers as Carolina split a doubleheader. Brian Navaretto drove in four runs in a Nashville win. Biloxi and Wisconsin weren’t able to halt their losing streaks, despite Justin Jarvis striking out nine Lookouts. The 2-win, 3-loss night puts our squads at a combined 4-9 this week, collectively three games below .500 on the season. The Mudcats were actually no-hit in the 7-inning opening game of their doubleheader before exacting revenge in their nightcap. Thursday’s Game Balls go to Nate Peterson, Brian Navaretto, Justin Jarvis, Bennett Sousa and Robert Moore, with honorable mentions to Eric Brown Jr. and Skye Bolt. Transactions: RHP Robert Stock activated by AAA Nashville from Development List C Brent Diaz transferred to Development List by AAA Nashville Game Action: Nashville Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Nashville 8, Durham 4 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 Offensive Outburst Powers Sounds Past Bulls Trailing most of the game, C Brian Navaretto (3-for-4, 2 doubles, 4 RBIs) came through to double in two runs to tie the game at 2-2 in the top of the 7th inning, then returned in the 8th inning to double in two more for a 7-3 lead. Three Quick Strikes: LHP Bennett Sousa (2 IP, 0 R, 1 H, 0 BB, 4 Ks) and Skye Bolt (2-for-3, walk, RBI) combined for a great escape, with Sousa entering in relief of a struggling LHP Clayton Andrews to face a bases loaded and nobody out situation while clinging to a 3-2 lead in the bottom of the 7th inning. A single was limited to one run via a Bolt assist to nab a runner at home, before Sousa retired the next five batters, four via strikeout. Returning from a nearly 3-week absence, RHP Robert Stock (1 2/3 IP, 1 R, 2 H, 2 BB, 2 Ks) got the brief start. LHP Ethan Small (3 1/3 IP, 0 R, 1 H, 3 BB, 4 Ks) walked the first two batters he faced (allowing one inherited runner to score) before settling in to give the team some sorely-needed innings. 2B Patrick Dorrian (2-for-3, 2 doubles, walk, RBI) also had a nice game, while right fielder Monte Harrison exited early via ejection after striking out in his two at-bats. Friday’s outlook: LHP Robert Gasser (5.17 ERA, 1.47 WHIP, 11.2 K/9 in 31 1/3 IP) is scheduled to start the fourth game of the series, trying to get back on track after two difficult starts. Biloxi Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Chattanooga 2, Biloxi 0 Box Score / Game Log Via the Shuckers’ website, game details: Shuckers Pitching Strikes Out 13 in 2-0 Loss to Lookouts Another day, another 2-0 shutout loss for our beloved Shuckers. The team went 0-for-7 with runners in scoring position, stranding seven. Once again, Biloxi’s hurlers deserved better, as the team fell to a fifth straight defeat. Three Quick Strikes: RHP Justin Jarvis (6 IP, 2 R, 4 H, 3 BB, 9 Ks) took his second loss of the year, but was solid once again in throwing 95 pitches over six innings. Biloxi managed just three hits in the game, but at least 1B Zavier Warren and center fielder Jackson Chourio each doubled to show a glimpse of potency. Each went 1-for-4 with a strikeout, as the team K’d 11 times. LHP Nick Bennett (2 IP, 0 R, 0 H, 0 BB, 4 Ks) was solid in relief, retiring all six batters he faced. C Jeferson Quero (1-for-4) also threw out Chattanooga’s only attempted basestealer, while the Lookouts’ catcher matched the feat by throwing out 3B Tyler Black (0-for-2, walk, HBP). Friday’s outlook: RHP Tobias Myers (3.72 ERA, 1.02 WHIP, 12.6 K/9 in 36 1/3 IP) gets the next crack at ending Biloxi’s losing skid, but the offense needs to score! Wisconsin Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Quad Cities 7, Wisconsin 5 Box Score / Game Log Via the Rattlers’ website, game details: Bandits Get Late, Two-Out Runs to Beat Wisconsin For the second game in a row, the Timber Rattlers could not keep up with Quad Cities, who came through with clutch hits to score three runs in the final three innings. SS Eric Brown Jr. (2-for-4, 2 doubles, walk, SB) and 2B Robert Moore (2-for-5, double, 3 RBIs) had 2-out hits in the 9th inning to bring the tying run to the plate in the form of C Matt Wood (2-for-5, triple), but he flied out to end it. Check out the video highlights as compiled by the Wisconsin’s excellent media team, including this smooth defensive play from Brown and Moore: Three Quick Strikes: RHP Alexander Cornielle (5 1/3 IP, 4 R, 5 H, 4 BB, 3 Ks) didn’t allow a hit in the first three innings as Wisconsin built a 2-0 lead, but then gave up four consecutive hits in the top of the fourth inning, the last a 2-run homer to fall behind 4-2. Moore is steadily heating up, doubling in two runs to tie the game in the 5th inning, which was part of a 3-RBI night for him. 3B Eduardo Garcia (1-for-3, HR, walk, RBI, SB) also continued his topsy-turvy season, crushing his 3rd homer of the year and stealing a base. Unfortunately, outfielders Joe Gray Jr. and Je’Von Ward weren’t able to match their contributions, going a combined 0-for-8 with five strikeouts. RHP Max Lazar (2 2/3 IP, 1 R, 3 H, 0 BB, 3 Ks) took the loss despite quality work, while RHP Bo Bowman conceded two runs in the 9th inning to make the comeback much more difficult. Friday’s outlook: RHP Joseph Hernandez (3.41 ERA, 1.20 WHIP, 7.1 K/9 in 31 2/3 IP) is the expected starter, with the team needing a win to claw back to 1-3 in their series. Carolina Pre-Game Media Notes Game One Final: Kannapolis 7, Carolina 0 Box Score / Game Log Via the Mudcats’ website, game details: Carolina No-Hit by McCullough in Kannapolis Game Two Final: Carolina 5, Kannapolis 3 Box Score / Game Log Via the Mudcats’ website, game details: Mudcats Bounce Back to Beat Ballers 5-3 Carolina has been carrying the organization this week, so they can be forgiven for saving their energy for the second game (technically a “home” game, making up for an earlier rainout) of Thursday’s doubleheader. After being no-hit by Kannapolis’ 23-year old Connor McCullough (who faced just one batter over the minimum) in the opening game, LHP Nate Peterson (5 IP, 1 R, 4 H, 1 BB, 6 Ks) steadied the ship to earn the win in the nightcap. Three Quick Strikes: 3B Jadher Areinamo and 2B Jheremy Vargas each collected two singles in the late game, but getting runs across was a team effort: DH/1B Jesus Parra RBI single, left fielder Jace Avina RBI hit-by-pitch, 1B Jesus Chirinos sac fly, wild pitches to score Areinamo and Vargas. With the tying runs on base against RHP Jeison Pena in the top of the 7th inning, RHP Shane Smith was called into action to get the final out, striking out dangerous Jacob Burke, thus earning Smith his third save of 2023. It was death by a thousand cuts for RHP Aidan Maldonado (2 1/3 IP, 7 R (6 ER), 11 H, 1 BB, 3 Ks, 3 WPs), against whom every ball seemed to find its way through for a hit in the first game. His season ERA balloons to 6.20, but he only conceded one extra base hit and one walk against 20 hitters. Friday’s outlook: Exciting 21-year old RHP Jacob Misiorowski (2.45 ERA, 0.75 WHIP, 15.3 K/9 in 14 2/3 IP) aims to build on a terrific last start, as Carolina looks for a 4-1 series lead. We hope that you enjoy the Minor League Link Report. Good luck to all teams on Friday night! 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

Wood flies out and Wisconsin has a 4-game skid. Biloxi also dropped its game, its 5th in a row. But Carolina earned a split today, leading series 3-1. And Nashville also grabbed a win, now trailing series 2-1.

Hall and Doston grounded out, but Eric Brown Jr. and Robert Moore collected hits. It’s 7-5, 1-on, 2 outs with Matt Wood up.

LHP Bennett Sousa calmed the waters for Nashville, coming in to limit damage on a bases loaded, nobody out situation in the 7th inning (1 run scored, 3-3 game), then striking out the side in the 8th inning to earn the win.