Milwaukee Brewers' Injured Players Set for Return Amid Team's Break The Milwaukee Brewers secured a much-needed day off on August 17 after 17 consecutive days of games, and they will resume their schedule with a matchup against the Seattle Mariners at home on August 18. The team is also progressing in its recovery efforts from injuries, with several sidelined players expected to return soon. Here is an overview of the status of the key injured players and their potential return timelines. Second baseman Brice Turang, who missed the entire Los Angeles Dodgers series due to left knee pain, is set to return to the lineup on August 18. Manager Pat Murphy confirmed on August 16 that Turang is ready to play, though he had been sidelined since early August. Turang had been managing knee discomfort for weeks and admitted it affected his performance during a critical caught stealing play in a loss to San Diego on August 12. While he was potentially available to pinch-hit as early as August 15, he did not enter the game. Shortstop Cooper Pratt, who was placed on the injured list with a right hamstring strain, is expected to return from the 10-day injured list on August 19. Pratt is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment with the Class High A Wisconsin Timber Rattlers on August 18. The Brewers anticipate a minimum stay for Pratt, indicating he will likely return to the team shortly after completing his rehab. Outfielder Sal Frelick, recovering from a right shoulder strain, could be back with the Brewers as early as August 18. However, manager Murphy noted on August 16 that a final decision had not yet been made. Frelick has been playing in seven rehab games at Class AAA Nashville, primarily as a designated hitter, while working his way back to full strength.#seattle_mariners #brice_turang #milwaukee_brewers #pat_murphy #cooper_pratt
Brice Turang Returns to Brewers Lineup Ahead of Series Against Mariners The Milwaukee Brewers welcomed back a key player ahead of Tuesday’s series opener against the Seattle Mariners at American Family Field. Brice Turang, who had been sidelined for the entirety of the team’s four-game series against the Los Angeles Dodgers from Thursday to Sunday, was reinserted into the lineup for Tuesday’s game. He started as the leadoff hitter and played second base, marking his return after a period of recovery from recurring left knee pain. Turang’s absence began in early August when an MRI scan revealed no structural damage to his knee, but the pain intensified during the Brewers’ Aug. 10-12 series in San Diego. As a result, he was held out for the club’s series win in Los Angeles, which ended with a 4-2 victory over the Dodgers. The Brewers’ decision to rest Turang was a precautionary measure to avoid further injury, given the severity of his symptoms. Manager Pat Murphy emphasized the importance of managing Turang’s workload moving forward. “It's something we’ve got to manage,” Murphy said. “We’ve got to manage his workload. We got to manage his pregame. He's a tireless worker pregame. He's, like, old school pregame, every BP, every ground ball session, extra BP, extra in the cage. We want to collaborate with him.” Turang acknowledged the need for adjustments, stating he had discussed strategies with coaches and the athletic training staff to limit his time in the indoor batting cage and occasionally reduce his defensive work. “If that’s what they want, I’ll try it out,” he said. “I understand where they’re coming from, so I had no emotion towards it or anything. We’ll just try it out.” Despite the adjustments, Turang remains a critical asset for the Brewers.#brice_turang #milwaukee_brewers #pat_murphy #american_family_field #sal_frelick
Paul Skenes Struggles to Find Rhythm as Pirates Fall Further from Playoff Picture The Pittsburgh Pirates are in a precarious position as they enter a critical three-game series against the Miami Marlins, with their ace pitcher Paul Skenes failing to deliver the performance expected of a reigning National League Cy Young winner. Skenes, who has struggled to find his groove this season, carries a 3.96 ERA in 24 starts, more than double his ERA from his first two Major League seasons. With the Pirates’ playoff hopes fading, the 25-year-old right-hander faces mounting pressure to turn his season around ahead of his 25th start of 2026. Skenes’ latest outing against the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday highlighted both his potential and his inconsistencies. Despite allowing only three runs on two hits and no home runs over five innings, the game’s outcome was heavily influenced by his control issues. The pitcher walked four batters, including a rare four-pitch walk to leadoff hitter Brice Turang, which set the tone for a problematic fourth inning. In that frame, Skenes surrendered all three runs while walking three batters, throwing 34 pitches. His struggles were compounded by a lackluster offensive performance from the Pirates, who failed to capitalize on opportunities against left-hander Kyle Harrison. Postgame, Skenes acknowledged his shortcomings, stating, “Outside of that fourth inning, it was a pretty dang good outing. Probably need to get ahead in counts a little more just overall. You can’t walk guys. Probably just trying to be a little too perfect at times, and then you put yourself in those positions and kind of open yourself up to that.” His comments reflect a growing concern about his command, which has become a recurring issue in his third season.#miami_marlins #paul_skenes #brice_turang #pittsburgh_pirates #kyle_harrison
Yankees 2, Brewers 2: Brice Turang's Game-Tying Run in Eighth Inning The Milwaukee Brewers and New York Yankees played a closely contested game on May 9 at American Family Field, with the final score standing at 2-2. The matchup featured standout performances from both teams, including a pivotal moment in the eighth inning when Brice Turang turned the tide with a sequence of three plays. Turang, the Brewers’ second baseman, ignited the rally with a 105.1 mph single to the right side, advancing to second base. On the next pitch, he stole second base, marking his eighth steal of the season. Moments later, Turang scored the tying run on a 102 mph single by William Contreras to left field, which beat out a strong throw from Cody Bellinger. The sequence, which took just three pitches, shifted momentum in favor of the Brewers and kept the game competitive. For the Yankees, right-hander Cam Schlittler dominated the Brewers despite an early challenge. Schlittler faced a 108.5 mph liner off his right calf in the first inning from William Contreras. Though initially affected, Schlittler recovered quickly, throwing his first warm-up pitch after the play and walking gingerly off the mound. He went on to pitch six innings of dominant baseball, striking out seven batters and allowing only two hits: the Contreras liner and a 105.0 mph single by Garrett Mitchell. Schlittler’s fastball averaged 98.0 mph, and his MLB-best ERA remained at 1.35. The Brewers’ offense struggled to capitalize on Schlittler’s early departure. After Schlittler was removed from the game in the seventh inning, the Brewers immediately scored a run on a home run by Jake Bauers, who hit the first pitch of the inning over the wall. Andrew Vaughn followed with a pinch-hit walk, putting pressure on the Brewers’ defense.#new_york_yankees #brice_turang #milkaukee_brewers #cam_schlittler #paul_goldschmidt
Team USA baseball dominates Brazil, wins 2026 World Baseball Classic opener The United States national baseball team secured a commanding victory in its 2026 World Baseball Classic Pool B opener, defeating Brazil 15-5 on March 6, 2026, at Daikin Park in Houston. The game, which marked Team USA’s return to the tournament after winning silver in 2023, saw the Americans cruise to a decisive win despite a late rally by Brazil. Aaron Judge of the United States hit a two-run home run in the first inning, giving Team USA an early lead. The Americans maintained control throughout the game, with Brice Turang delivering a standout performance. Turang went 3-for-6 with four RBIs and two doubles, while Roman Anthony contributed two RBIs in a balanced offensive display. Judge, though limited to a single home run, scored three runs and remained a key presence at the plate. Brazil’s Lucas Ramirez, the son of former MLB star Manny Ramirez, hit two home runs, briefly narrowing the gap as the game progressed. However, Team USA’s pitching staff held firm, with starter Logan Webb earning the win. Webb struck out six batters in four innings, allowing just one run. Brazil’s Bo Takahashi took the loss after surrendering five runs over six innings. The game’s momentum shifted dramatically in the ninth inning, when Team USA erupted for seven runs to seal the victory. After Brazil cut the deficit to 8-5 with three runs in the seventh and another in the eighth, the Americans responded with a barrage of offensive production. A balk and a run-scoring ground out by Turang extended the lead to 13-5, followed by a walk by Pete Crow-Armstrong and an RBI single by Roman Anthony to make it 12-5. Cal Raleigh’s bases-loaded walk in the ninth inning pushed the score to 11-5, before the final runs sealed the 15-5 result.#team_usa #brasil #brice_turang #daikin_park #aaron_judge
Judge, U.S. Start World Baseball Classic with Rout of Brazil The United States dominated Brazil in its opening game of the World Baseball Classic, posting a 15-5 victory at Daikin Park in Houston. Aaron Judge hit a two-run homer and Brice Turang drove in four runs with three hits to lead the American squad. The game, played on Friday night, marked the U.S. team’s debut in the tournament. Judge, the first player to commit to the U.S. team in April 2025, launched his home run in the first inning with one out and one runner on base against pitcher Bo Takahashi. Brazil’s Lucas Ramirez, whose father is 12-time All-Star Manny Ramirez, hit two home runs to keep the game competitive. Ramirez cut the U.S. lead to 2-1 with a leadoff homer in the first and later narrowed the gap to 8-5 with a solo shot in the eighth inning. At 20 years and 49 days old, Ramirez became the youngest player in WBC history to hit multiple home runs in a single game. The U.S. extended its lead in the third inning when Byron Buxton was hit by a pitch, pushing the score to 4-1. Turang then cleared the bases with a double to left field, making it 7-1. Brazil’s 17-year-old high school senior Joseph Contreras, the youngest player in the tournament, forced a bases-loaded double play against Judge to end the second inning. Despite Brazil’s efforts, the U.S. maintained control, with Lucas Rojo hitting an RBI single in the seventh and Victor Mascai’s two-run homer off Michael Wacha cutting the deficit to 7-4. Bryce Harper added an RBI single in the ninth inning, allowing the Americans to score seven more runs. The U.S. team walked 17 batters and forced Brazil to throw 221 pitches throughout the game. Brazil, making its second appearance in the WBC since 2013, fell to 0-4 in the tournament after losing to Japan, Cuba, and China in 2013.#judge #world_baseball_classic #brice_turang #daikin_park #bo_takahashi
Brice Turang Selected for Team USA in 2026 World Baseball Classic Brice Turang, the Brewers’ second baseman, is living out his dream after being selected to represent the United States in the 2026 World Baseball Classic. The 26-year-old, known for his versatility and skill, expressed overwhelming excitement upon learning of his inclusion in the roster. “When I got the call, I was so excited,” Turang said, reflecting on the moment he received the news. Though officially named to the team in early December, much of his communication with teammates has occurred through a group chat, where he admitted the reality of the opportunity still feels surreal. “Honestly, it still doesn’t totally feel real,” he said. “I know I’m going, but I think it’ll really hit me when I get there. It’s really cool. I’m super excited for it.” Turang’s journey to the international stage began with a deep appreciation for the World Baseball Classic, which he first encountered during the 2017 tournament. The U.S. victory over Puerto Rico in the championship game at Dodger Stadium, drawing 51,565 fans, marked a turning point for him. “That’s about when I started paying attention,” he recalled. “I’ve always heard of the tournament and kind of knew it’s around, but I never knew what it was until I started getting older. It’s really cool. It’s very competitive, for sure.” Born into a baseball family, Turang’s path to stardom was shaped by his parents’ legacies. His father, Brian Turang, played for the Mariners in the 1990s, while his mother, Carrie, competed in the Women’s College World Series. Turang himself began making waves at a young age, winning a silver medal with Team USA at 15 in the World Cup and a gold medal at 17.#world_baseball_classic #team_usa #brice_turang #milwaukee_brewers #pat_murphy
Brice Turang living dream with Team USA selection Brice Turang, the Brewers’ second baseman, is living out his dream after being selected to represent the United States in the 2026 World Baseball Classic. The announcement came in early December, and while Turang has been communicating with his teammates through a group chat, the moment he received the call remains etched in his memory. “When I got the call, I was so excited,” he said, reflecting on the moment he learned of his selection. Turang admitted the reality of the situation hasn’t fully sunk in yet, but he’s eager for the experience. “Honestly, it still doesn’t totally feel real,” he said. “I know I’m going, but I think it’ll really hit me when I get there. It’s really cool. I’m super excited for it.” Turang’s journey to this moment began with a deep appreciation for the World Baseball Classic, which he first developed during the 2017 tournament. The U.S. victory over Puerto Rico in the championship game, which drew 51,565 fans to Dodger Stadium, marked a turning point for him. “That’s about when I started paying attention,” he recalled. “I’ve always heard of the tournament and kind of knew it’s around, but I never knew what it was until I started getting older. It’s really cool. It’s very competitive, for sure.” Born into a baseball family, Turang has always been surrounded by the sport. His father, Brian Turang, played for the Mariners in the 1990s, while his mother, Carrie, competed in the Women’s College World Series during her college softball career. Turang himself showed early promise, winning a silver medal with Team USA at age 15 in the World Cup and a gold medal at 17. Drafted by the Brewers out of high school, he made his Major League debut at 23 and quickly established himself as a key player, securing the starting second-base position.#world_baseball_classic #team_usa #brice_turang #brian_turang #carrie_turang
