Milwaukee, Wisconsin: Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Robert Gasser is flying to Los Angeles to seek a second opinion from Dr. Neal ElAttrache regarding his elbow injury. This decision came after Gasser was placed on the 15-day injured list due to a left flexor strain, with left-hander Aaron Ashby and right-hander Tobias Myers being called up from Triple-A Nashville for reinforcement.
Gasser, who experienced tightness and soreness in his elbow after his last start, is facing a potential extended absence from the field, impacting the Brewers’ rotation. Despite showing promise with a 2.57 earned run average in his first five career starts, Gasser’s setback poses a challenge for a team already grappling with multiple pitching injuries.
The Brewers, currently leading the National League Central with a 36-25 record, have been plagued by injuries to key rotation pitchers like Brandon Woodruff, Wade Miley, Jakob Junis, DL Hall, and Joe Ross. With a flurry of players sidelined, the team is relying on call-ups like Ashby and Myers to step up and fill the void in the rotation.
Ashby, though struggling with a high ERA in Triple-A, will have a chance to prove himself in the majors, as the Brewers navigate through the challenges posed by their depleted pitching staff. While some injured pitchers are making progress towards a return, the team is considering potential trade options to bolster their rotation ahead of the trade deadline.
Various teams in the league are also evaluating their strategies for the upcoming trade deadline, with potential trade candidates emerging from struggling teams like the White Sox, Marlins, and Angels. The trade market for pitchers could see significant activity in the coming weeks, with teams like the Tigers, Blue Jays, Mets, and Astros possibly entering the fray for pitching reinforcements.
As the Brewers strive to maintain their position atop the NL Central, the upcoming decisions regarding their pitching staff and potential trades will play a crucial role in shaping their postseason aspirations. The resilience of the team in the face of adversity will be tested as they navigate through the challenges of the baseball season.