Milwaukee Brewers Pitching Woes Continue as Trevor Megill Lands on Injured List
- Brewers pitcher Trevor Megill has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to a lower back strain.
- This injury reflects a troubling trend for the Milwaukee Brewers, as several pitchers have recently faced similar setbacks.
- The Brewers will need to adjust their strategy as they cope with these injuries in the crucial part of the season.
Milwaukee Brewers closer Trevor Megill has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to a lower back strain, adding to the team's growing list of injured pitchers this season. Manager Pat Murphy confirmed that Megill has been experiencing discomfort for about five days and will undergo an MRI to assess the severity of the injury. In his absence, Tyler Jay has been recalled from Triple-A Nashville to fill the roster spot. Megill, who has recorded 20 saves in 22 opportunities this season, has stepped up in the absence of two-time All-Star closer Devin Williams, who has been sidelined all season with stress fractures in his back. Williams made his return over the weekend, pitching a scoreless inning against the Miami Marlins, allowing one hit and striking out one batter. Murphy expressed regret over not having the full picture of Megill's condition before using Williams in the game. Despite the setback with Megill, Murphy stated that the team’s strategy regarding Williams will remain unchanged in the short term. He emphasized that Williams will not be used in back-to-back games for the time being, as the team manages his return from injury. The Brewers have also recently lost pitchers Bryan Hudson and Rob Zastryzny to the injured list, further complicating their pitching situation as they navigate the remainder of the season.