Misiorowski and Henderson appear set to open the NLDS
Key Questions
What happened to Brandon Woodruff?
Brandon Woodruff underwent shoulder surgery and is likely out until 2028, ending his season.
How did Jacob Misiorowski perform in his return?
Misiorowski returned from arm fatigue with a historic start, striking out 7 straight batters and totaling 12 Ks with 0 walks, tying a franchise record.
Why was Lance McCullers Jr. designated for assignment?
The Brewers DFA'd McCullers after just two relief appearances following his recent acquisition.
What is the status of Sal Frelick?
Sal Frelick was placed on the IL while seeking a second opinion on his injury.
How did the Brewers perform against the Rockies?
The Brewers lost 5-2 on Thursday but rebounded with 8-5 and additional wins on Friday and Saturday behind strong pitching from Gasser and Misiorowski.
Who are the Brewers targeting in trades?
Trade targets include Detmers, Soriano, Ray, Wacha, Mize, May, Gray, Holmes, Ryan, and Skubal due to extreme rotation needs.
What injury updates are there for other Brewers players?
D.L. Harrison is awaiting an MRI, Logan Henderson dealt with a forearm cramp but earned a win, and Brice Turang is day-to-day.
What notable achievement did rookie Pratt have?
Rookie Pratt hit his first career home run during the series.
Pat Murphy expects Jacob Misiorowski and Logan Henderson to start Games 1 and 2, respectively, though both assignments remain subject to change. Misiorowski's historic season and Henderson's command give Milwaukee a compelling opening tandem, while Game 3 and the broader pitching allocation remain unsettled; Kyle Harrison could serve as a multi-inning reliever.