3:00pm: Miller spoke with the Brewers beat in the dugout today and suggested that a second Tommy John procedure is likely (video link via Todd Rosiak of the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel). The veteran righty effused praise for the Brewers organization and said he’d be on hand to support the club however he can. Asked about the possibility of this being a potential career-ending … [Read more...] about Shelby Miller Likely Headed For Tommy John Surgery
Shelby Miller Undergoing Testing After Feeling “Pop” In Elbow
Brewers reliever Shelby Miller is headed for imaging after an ominous exit from yesterday’s game, writes Adam McCalvy of MLB.com. Milwaukee skipper Pat Murphy said the 34-year-old Miller told the training staff he felt a “pop” in his elbow during yesterday’s outing. The veteran Miller was a key bullpen pickup for the Brew Crew at last month’s trade deadline, though he came with … [Read more...] about Shelby Miller Undergoing Testing After Feeling “Pop” In Elbow
Jorge Alfaro Opts Out Of Brewers Deal
Catcher Jorge Alfaro has opted out of his minor league deal with the Brewers, per a team announcement relayed by Curt Hogg of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. The backstop is now a free agent and free to sign with any club. Alfaro, 32, has appeared in eight big league seasons. He has a well-established profile as a guy who can hit home runs but with subpar walk and strikeout … [Read more...] about Jorge Alfaro Opts Out Of Brewers Deal
Brewers Sign Luis Urias To Minor League Contract
The Brewers have signed infielder Luis Urias to a minor league deal, according to Todd Rosiak of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Urias will report to Triple-A Nashville for what will be his second stint in the Brewers organization. The veteran signed a $1.1MM free agent deal with the Athletics last winter, and Urias banked an extra $300K in bonus money by making at least 300 … [Read more...] about Brewers Sign Luis Urias To Minor League Contract
Brewers Reinstate Jackson Chourio From 10-Day Injured List, Designate Oliver Dunn
The Brewers made a quartet of transactions prior to today’s game with the Blue Jays, including the headline news that Jackson Chourio has been activated from the 10-day injured list. Outfielder Brandon Lockridge was optioned to Triple-A to create room for Chourio on the 26-man roster. Milwaukee also activated Robert Gasser from the 60-day IL and optioned the southpaw to … [Read more...] about Brewers Reinstate Jackson Chourio From 10-Day Injured List, Designate Oliver Dunn