Quinn Priester delivered an impressive performance during his start for the Milwaukee Brewers, showcasing his talents against his former team, the Pittsburgh Pirates. Despite his strong showing, the Brewers fell short in a low-scoring matchup, losing 2-1 at PNC Park on May 24.
Priester, a former Pittsburgh Pirates prospect drafted in 2019, pitched six innings, allowing just one earned run and striking out seven batters—both career highs for him in a Brewers uniform. Although he showed resilience, his efforts were overshadowed by the Brewers’ continued struggles at the plate, where they failed to capitalize on scoring opportunities.
The Brewers’ offense had a total of eight hits but struggled significantly, leaving nine runners stranded throughout the game and only managing two hits in eight attempts with runners in scoring position. Manager Pat Murphy highlighted the need for improvement, noting that his team must perform better to compete against strong opponents as they have lost three of their last four games.
Pittsburgh’s starter, Mitch Keller, matched Priester’s intensity on the mound, delivering a stellar six-inning outing himself. The Brewers managed to tie the game in the second inning with a single from Caleb Durbin, but it was the Pirates who took the lead for good in the seventh inning when Oneil Cruz drove in the winning run.
In a turn of events, Priester suffered a blister on his pitching finger during the game, which may affect his upcoming performance. He downplayed the issue but acknowledged the adrenaline of the matchup against the team that initially drafted him added intensity to his start.
Despite the loss, there were some positives for Milwaukee, particularly from players like Durbin and Joey Ortiz, who both recorded three hits and contributed to the lineup. Christian Yelich also had a strong game, marking his third consecutive game with two hits, which could signal a positive trend for the Brewers’ batting order.
Looking ahead, the Brewers will face off against the Pirates again in a series of games, with a chance to turn things around. For fans and players alike, there remains hope that they can generate momentum and improve on their recent offensive woes.