Milwaukee Brewers look to regain pitching depth for a split doubleheader at Wrigley Field on Monday after Sunday’s game underscored how thin the bullpen can be when several trusted arms have already logged appearances in the series.
Sunday’s rally by the Reds came against a pair of fill-in relievers, Tobias Myers and Grant Anderson, rather than the Brewers’ usual late-inning options. The move came as Aaron Ashby, Jared Koenig, Nick Mears, Abner Uribe and Trevor Megill had each worked in the first two games of the series, leaving Milwaukee short-handed in high-leverage spots.
The Brewers’ bullpen carried a heavy load in the series opener and the following game, covering 7 2/3 innings on Friday and 5 2/3 on Saturday. That usage underscores why manager and coaching staff are hoping for a return toward full strength for the two games in Chicago.
Looking ahead, Milwaukee will again lean on its depth as they try to stabilize the bullpen for the doubleheader. Getting Ashby, Koenig, Mears, Uribe and Megill back into the mix as soon as possible would help, but for now Myers, Anderson and the rest of Milwaukee’s relief corps will be called upon to bridge the gaps.
Summary: Milwaukee aims to restore pitching depth ahead of a split doubleheader at Wrigley Field after bullpen-heavy first two games of the series, with the team counting on returning arms to bolster a stressed relief corps.
Value adds and notes:
– This situation highlights how crucial bullpen management and depth are when injuries or workloads limit the typical late-inning options.
– A successful two-game set at Chicago could provide a much-needed confidence boost for a bullpen that’s been taxed by back-to-back games.
– If several key relievers return to action promptly, Milwaukee could tighten its late-inning plans and reduce the need to lean on fill-ins in tight spots.
Positive angle: If Milwaukee’s high-leverage pitchers can return to action and stay healthy, the team can build consistency in the back end of games and better pace the season’s grind.