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Wisconsin gives up 1 in the 7th and 2 in the 9th, now trails 7-4 and is down to their final 3 outs. Alex Hall, Terence Doston and Eric Brown Jr. are up.

Nate Peterson K’d 6 in 5 innings of work for Carolina in their nightcap, conceding 1 run, while the offense manufactured some early runs. Mudcats ultimately win this one, 5-3, with RHP Shane Smith coming in to bail out RHP Jeison Peña.

Four consecutive hits off Cornielle to open the 4th inning, the last a homer, have completely undone his earlier work. Rattlers trail 4-2.

Nashville ties up Durham 2-2 in the top of the 7th inning, as Skye Bolt, Patrick Dorrian and Brian Navaretto open the inning with 3 straight hits.

3B Eduardo Garcia with a no doubter solo shot to give Wisconsin a 2-0 lead through 3 innings, with Alexander Cornielle cruising thus far.

Justin Jarvis has only conceded 1 run on 2 hits through 4 innings, but Biloxi’s only managed 1 hit thus far themselves. Shuckers trail 1-0.

Here’s how the Mudcats line up for the 2nd game is todays doubleheader, with LHP Nate Peterson (3.04 ERA, 1.10 WHIP, 12.2 K/9 in 23.2 IP) getting his 3rd start (7th appearance). We’ve no word on why steady SS Daniel Guilarte has been absent today.

The AAA Sounds need a victory in Durham to avoid a 3-0 series. RHP Robert Stock (9.39 ERA in 15.1 IP) gets his first action in nearly 3 weeks. SS Andruw Monasterio has a 19-game on-base streak.

High-A Wisconsin trails Quad Cities 2-0 in this week’s home series. RHP Alexander Cornielle (6.33 ERA in 21.1 IP) starts tonight. SS Eric Brown Jr. comes in with a 15-game on-base streak.

AA Biloxi has dropped 4 straight games, including 2 in Chattanooga. RHP Justin Jarvis 2.18 ERA, 1.12 WHIP, 10.4 K/9 in 33 IP) tries to right the ship tonight. 3B Tyler Black is 6th in the league in OPS, 2nd in OBP and 1st in stolen bases.

Low-A Carolina leads their series 2-0 in Kannapolis and plays a doubleheader today. RHP Aidan Maldonado (4.00 ERA, 1.44 WHIP, 11.0 K/9 in 18 IP) makes his 4th start (7th appearance) in the opening game. After an atrocious start to 2023, LF Jace Avina is finally starting to heat up with a 5-game hitting streak (8-for-20, HR, 2 doubles, 3 walks).

RHP Robert Stock activated by AAA Nashville from Development List C Brent Diaz transferred to Development List by AAA Nashville

Will Rudy pitched five shutout innings and Jesus Chirinos drove in four runs in Carolina’s victory. Biloxi stranded 13 runners in a frustrating loss, Wisconsin couldn’t keep up with Quad Cities and Nashville was one-hit in defeat. Image courtesy of BrewerFanatic Will Rudy pitched five shutout innings and Jesus Chirinos drove in four runs in Carolina’s victory. Biloxi stranded 13 runners in a frustrating loss, Wisconsin couldn’t keep up with Quad Cities and Nashville was one-hit in defeat. In a repeat of Tuesday’s results, the Carolina Mudcats were the sole affiliate to win on Wednesday night, dropping our minor league squads to a 2-6 record on the week thus far. Wednesday’s Game Balls go to Will Rudy, Jesus Chirinos, Adam Seminaris, Noah Campbell and Robert Moore. Transactions: RHP Lucas Erceg traded to the Oakland A’s (for cash) from AAA Nashville. This is one more twist in Erceg's epic journey to (hopefully, eventually) a long career in the Major Leagues OF Arbert Cipion assigned to High-A Wisconsin (last played September 9, 2022, also for Wisconsin) RHP Jake Cousins recalled to MLB Brewers from AAA Nashville Game Action: Nashville Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Durham 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 Silenced in Durham The Sounds had the sole late game amongst Brewers’ affiliates on Wednesday, but their bats had already slept off by game time, generating just one hit and striking out 14 times in the shutout defeat. Three Quick Strikes: RHP Pedro Fernandez (3 1/3 IP, 4 R (2 ER), 4 H, 3 BB, 5 Ks) was relatively effective through the first two innings, but his night ended early at 66 pitches, after a solo homer in the 3rd inning and the first two batters reaching in the 4th inning (single, walk; both scored). The defense let him down with two errors and a passed ball. RHPs Tyson Miller and Thyago Vieira combined on 4 2/3 scoreless innings (1 hit, 2 BB, 6 Ks) to keep the Sounds in the ballgame throughout. 29-year old Vieira continues to throw 99mph consistently and has yet to allow an earned run in 2023 in 7 2/3 innings pitched. The Bulls tried to be generous, committing three errors of their own, walking six Sounds (including 1B Jon Singleton three times) and hitting one batter, but Nashville’s lumber couldn’t come through, stranding nine runners. Newly-added right fielder Michael Reed went 0-for-3 with a walk. Thursday’s outlook: I’m guessing Nashville will opt for a bullpen game (e.g. LHP Alex Claudio to open?), unless RHP Caleb Boushley is recalled early from the Development List. The Sounds needs a victory to get back to 2-1 in the series. Biloxi Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Chattanooga 2, Biloxi 0 Box Score / Game Log Via the Shuckers’ website, game details: Seminaris Ties Career-High with Seven Innings, Shuckers Fall to Lookouts, 2-0 Losing a fourth straight game doesn’t get more frustrating than this, as the Shuckers went 1-for-12 with runners in scoring position, leaving 13 men on base (vs. just four men left on base for the Lookouts): 1st inning: 2 of first 3 batters reached base, but didn’t score 3rd inning: 4 of first 5 batters reached base, but didn’t… 4th inning: 3 of first 4 batters reached base, but… 5th inning: 3 of first 4 batters reached base, … 6th inning: 2 of first 4 batters reached base… 9th inning: first 2 batters reached… Three Quick Strikes: LHP Adam Seminaris (7 IP, 2 R, 6 H, 1 BB, 5 Ks) collected his fourth loss of 2023, but the organization will be happy that he put together a second consecutive decent start after a rough commencement to the season. After right fielder Noah Campbell (1-for-1, 4 walks; .900 season OPS) singled to start the game, Chattanooga pitchers wanted nothing more to do with him, walking him the next four times up. Campbell also gunned down a runner at home to end the 7th inning. Is it time to test out 23-year old switch hitting Campbell in AAA ball? Left fielder Tristen Lutz returned from a month-long injury absence, going 1-for-5. However, both he and center fielder Jackson Chourio (1-for-5) stranded seven men on base during their at-bats. Thursday’s outlook: RHP Justin Jarvis (2.18 ERA, 1.12 WHIP, 10.4 K/9 in 33 IP) gets the start, as the Shuckers need a victory to claw back to 2-1 in the series. Wisconsin Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Quad Cities 9, Wisconsin 5 Box Score / Game Log Via the Rattlers’ website, game details: Rattlers Drop Decision to Quad Cities The River Bandits were a bit relentless in this game, outhitting Wisconsin thirteen to eight and going 4-for-21 with runners in scoring position, stranding a whopping 16 baserunners. They also stole six bases and weren’t caught even once (troubling for C Darrien Miller, whose defensive development is a major focus). The Timber Rattlers’ loss was their third in a row. Check out the video highlights as compiled by the Wisconsin’s excellent media team. We’ve also got another Chris Mehring and Kyle Lobner post-game podcast for your listening pleasure, including comments on 1B Ernesto Martinez (exited early with knee tenderness), Matt Wood and others from Manager Joe Ayrault. Three Quick Strikes: Starting RHP Tyler Woessner (4 1/3 IP, 1 R, 6 H, 3 BB, 7 Ks) dealt with more traffic than usual but limited the damage, ultimately exiting early in the 5th inning after reaching 87 pitches. LHP Karlos Morales managed to strand two inherited runners in that 5th inning, but then conceded three runs of his own in the pivotal 6th inning, as the 7th-year minor leaguer was tagged with the loss. In all, the bullpen of Morales, Ryan Brady, Michele Vassalotti and Brandon Jordan conceded eight runs (five earned) in 4 2/3 IP. 2B Robert Moore (2-for-5, 2 doubles, 2 RBIs) is not yet out of his hitting slump (.182 season AVG), but he was clutch in the 7th inning, doubling in a run and scoring on a ground out to cut the deficit to 6-5. Thursday’s outlook: RHP Alexander Cornielle (6.33 ERA, 1.50 WHIP, 12.2 K/9 in 21 1/3 IP) will try to turn the tide for Wisconsin, who trail their home series 2-0 against Quad Cities. Carolina Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Carolina 7, Kannapolis 0 Box Score / Game Log Via the Mudcats’ website, game details: First Place Mudcats Blank Ballers 7-0 Let’s be grateful for the Mudcats, who were the sole winning affiliate for the second day in a row, dominating the Cannon Ballers from start to finish in this game, including outhitting them 10 to 4 and not committing any errors (vs. two errors for Kannapolis). RHP Will Rudy (5 IP, 0 R, 3 H, 1 BB, 4 Ks) managed to breeze through his five innings on just 62 pitches, as I’m sure excitement among Brewers’ brass grows regarding their 2022 5th round draft pick. He did not concede any extra base hits. Have a look at many beautiful strikeouts here and check out the Mudcats’ Twitter feed for the offensive highlights: Three Quick Strikes: Eight players in the lineup reached base two times, with 1B Jesus Chirinos (2-for-4, 4 RBIs) having his best game of 2023 as he rediscovers his stroke. It was also good to see left fielder Hedbert Perez (2-for-5, double) record a double and a single with no strikeouts. RHP Yerlin Rodriguez (1 IP, 0 R, 0 H, 0 BB, 1 K) closed out the 9th inning in his first game since September 2, 2022, while Chase Costello (3 IP, 0 R, 1 H, 1 BB, 3 Ks) was solid over three scoreless innings. 3B Luke Adams (1-for-3, double, walk, 2 RBIs) knows how to get on base (.397 season OPS, despite a .184 AVG that’s supressed by a .213 BABIP) and get in scoring position from there, stealing his 11th base in this game. SS Daniel Guilarte (1-for-4, walk, SB) also stole his 16th base while extending his on-base streak to 35 games (including five games last year). Thursday’s outlook: RHP Aidan Maldonado (4.00 ERA, 1.44 WHIP, 11.0 K/9 in 18 IP) and LHP Nate Peterson (3.04 ERA, 1.10 WHIP, 12.2 K/9 in 23 2/3 IP) are scheduled start two ends of a doubleheader (with Carolina "hosting" one game on the road to make up for a prior rain-out), as the Mudcats seek a 4-0 series lead. We hope that you enjoy the Minor League Link Report. Good luck to all teams in their Thursday night contests, including the Mudcats doubleheader! 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

We've got one more minor league game tonight, with AAA Nashville looking for a win in Durham to even the series 1-1. RHP Pedro Fernandez (2.63 ERA, 1.25 WHIP, 7.5 K/9 in 24 IP) makes his 5th start (10th appearance) and the squad welcomes RF Michael Reed (recently released by the Dodgers) for his Brewers' organizational debut.

OF Michael Reed assigned to AAA Nashville from ACL Brewers RHP Jake Cousins recalled to MLB Brewers from AAA Nashville (replacing LHP Wade Miley, who went on the injured list) RHP Pedro Fernandez activated by AAA Nashville from Development List RHP JC Mejia activated by AAA Nashville from Development List

OF Arbert Cipion assigned to High-A Wisconsin (last played September 9, 2022, also for Wisconsin)

The Low-A Mudcats also had an early start today, trying to extend their series lead to 2-0 at Kannapolis. RHP Will Rudy (1.93 ERA, 0.75 WHIP, 8.7 K/9 in 9.1 IP) makes his 3rd start of 2023.

High-A Wisconsin's game at home against Quad Cities is about to commence, with the team also trailing 1-0 in this week's series. RHP Tyler Woessner (2.59 ERA, 1.28 WHIP, 6.9 K/9 in 31.1 IP) is on the mound for his 7th start.

The AA Shuckers game in Chattanooga is already well underway on this early Wednesday, with LHP Adam Seminaris (6.59 ERA in 27.1 IP) getting the start. They trail the series 1-0 despite a barrage of homers yesterday (Jeferson Quero x 3, Jackson Chourio x 1).

While Carlos F. Rodriguez (Biloxi - 6 R (4 ER) in 3 IP) and Janson Junk (Nashville - 5 ER in 4 IP) have struggled tonight, Carolina's Yujanyer Herrera has had a successful return from a 2-week injury, allowing just one hit and an unearned run in 4 innings of work. The Mudcats lead Kannapolis 5-1 in the 5th inning, but are presently delayed by lightning. Luis Lara and Jace Avina each have two hits, while Luke Adams and Jesus Parra each have two RBIs.

The AAA Sounds are on the road this week facing Rays’ affiliate Durham, with RHP Janson Junk (2.90 ERA, 1.19 WHIP, 6.7 K/9 in 31 IP) starting the opening game. LF Skye Bolt (.294 AVG, .854 OPS in 60 PAs returns from injury to bolster a depleted outfield.

AA Biloxi is on the road at Reds’ affiliate Chattanooga this week, with phenomenal 21-year old RHP Carlos F. Rodriguez (1.88 ERA, 0.98 WHIP, 12.9 K/9 in 28.2 IP) starting tonight. The team welcomes RF Lamar Sparks (.216 AVG, .708 OPS in 66 PAs) back from a stint on the injured list.

Wisconsin is home against Royals’ affiliate Quad Cities, with RHP Stiven Cruz (6.26 ERA, 1.74 WHIP, 7.8 K/9 in 23 IP) needing to bounce back from two rough starts. Freshly-promoted C Matt Wood (.293 AVG, .956 OPS in 109 Low-A PAs) gets put immediately behind the plate in his first High-A game.

The Low-A Mudcats take on White Sox’ affiliate Kannapolis away this week, with 19-year old RHP Yujanyer Herrera (4.19 ERA, 1.50 WHIP, 7.9 K/9 in 19.1 IP) returning from the injured list to start the opener. 18-year old CF Luis Lara (.231 AVG, .649 OPS in 51 PAs) has reached safely in all 11 games he’s played this season.