2016-05-25 Brewers (Guerra) at Braves (Foltynewicz), 6:10 PM CDT [Brewers win, 3-2; 13 innings]

[1992casey]

[igt-2012][game-setup][logo]http://forum.brewerfan.net/igt/2016-logos/brewers.png[/logo][game-info][h1]May 25 | 6:10 P.M.[/h1][h2]Brewers (19-26) | Braves (12-32)[/h2][h3]FSWI | WTMJ 620[/h3][/game-info][logo]http://forum.brewerfan.net/igt/2016-logos/braves.png[/logo][/game-setup][pitching-photos]http://forum.brewerfan.net/igt/2016-pitcher-photos/brewers/brewers_guerra-junior-10.jpghttp://forum.brewerfan.net/igt/2016-pitcher-photos/opponents/braves_foltynewicz-mike-01.jpg[/pitching-photos][game-matchup][divclass=away][pitcher]Junior Guerra[/pitcher][h2]3-0, 3.96 ERA, 1.04 WHIP[/h2][h3]Game Log[/h3][h3]Guerra became the first Brewer to log double digit strikeouts when he whiffed 11 Cubs over seven innings in a 5-3 win at Miller Park on Thursday. The Brewers have won all four of Guerra’s starts since his promotion from AAA Colorado Springs.[/h3][/divclass][divclass=home][pitcher]Mike Foltynewicz[/pitcher][h2]1-2, 4.57 ERA, 1.34 WHIP[/h2][h3]Versus Brewers | Game Log[/h3][h3]Foltynewicz has looked dominant in two of his three starts, but he showed his youth by overthrowing when he encountered trouble during Thursday’s start in Pittsburgh. Consistent command remains his primary issue.[/h3][/divclass][starting-lineup][divclass=away]

1. SS Jonathan Villar (S)
   
2. 2B Scooter Gennett (L)
   
3. LF Ryan Braun ®
   
4. C Jonathan Lucroy ®
   
5. 1B Chris Carter ®
   
6. RF Kirk Nieuwenhuis (L)
   
7. 3B Aaron Hill ®
   
8. CF Keon Broxton ®
   
9. RHP Junior Guerra ®

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1. CF Ender Inciarte (L)
   
2. 3B Chase d'Arnaud ®
   
3. 1B Freddie Freeman (L)
   
4. RF Nick Markakis (L)
   
5. C A.J. Pierzynski ®
   
6. SS Erick Aybar (S)
   
7. 2B Reid Brignac (L)
   
8. RHP Mike Foltynewicz ®
   
9. LF Mallex Smith (L)

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[adambr2]

As that ball was rolling to the wall, I said, 'I bet Villar is going to try to stretch this to a triple and get thrown out.'

[markedman5]

He is doing everything well except his decision making on the bases.

 

Hope he figures it out soon.

[burnzy24]

Rock just called K-Rod a "good guy."

[adambr2]

I would have no idea how to research it but I would bet a lot that we are either at the top or near the top of baseball in strikeouts looking.

[stoutdude04]

I would have no idea how to research it but I would bet a lot that we are either at the top or near the top of baseball in strikeouts looking.

 

I actually just read something about this, and I'm pretty sure we are.

[jerichoholicninja]

Great call ump. You cost us 2 runs. How can no one of the Brewers bench say anything about that?

[1992casey]

Yeah, that check swing that was called a ball should have resulted in a strikeout.

[adambr2]

First base and third base umpires who miss a check swing that badly should be disciplined. It's flat out neglect of your job. Beckham strikes out, but because the first base umpire just flat out isn't paying attention, it costs us 2 runs.

 

Sorry this is a huge pet peeve of mine. It's hard enough for 25 players to win an MLB game without it hinging on 1 'professional' umpire's lack of discipline and vigilance to pay attention for 3 hours.

[adambr2]

Great call ump. You cost us 2 runs. How can no one of the Brewers bench say anything about that?

 

There's nothing they can do, it's not like they can review it. It's his job to get the call right and he blew it, plain and simple.

 

Anyone who has gone to a game and sat down the lines knows that you can tell from all the way out by the poles whether a guy went around or not. The only way to blow that call when its that obvious just not paying attention.

 

Luc should have just taken off for the dugout and might have gotten the call like he did earlier in the game. Since that umpire obviously needs help making the correct call you may as well help him get it right.

[ZBTMP]

I realize Guerra did not have his A command today but I struggle to understand pulling your starter at 84 pitches and 5 shutout innings to bring in a 6+ FIP pitcher in a 1-run game. Oh well, hindsight is perfect.

[adambr2]

Whew, got the job done anyway, just can't K there.

[adambr2]

I say go with Jeffress here. Got the meat of the order coming up in the 10th, just get it there.

[markedman5]

[adambr2]

Broxton is your classic AAAA player. Too good for AAA, but can't hack it in the bigs.

[The stache]

Couldn't he just bunt his way on for a hit, with that speed? Or, is asking him to square up for a bunt beyond his skill package?

[adambr2]

I haven't heard a peep about Rymer Liriano lately. Would be nice to get him back with how little Flores and Broxton are doing.

 

I don't love everything about how Counsell manages, but I absolutely love that he actually uses his brain managing the bullpen in extras and doesn't just adhere to strict conventional 'wisdom'.

[adambr2]

I can never decide if Jeffress should 'count' as a 1st round pick of ours panning out. We took him in the 1st. Traded him. He was DFAed, winded up back here, and now full circle, he looks like the closer we thought he'd be someday.

[jerichoholicninja]

You're joking right? Twice in the same game to the same batter.

[adambr2]

I don't know if it's his vision, his attention span, or what it is, but this first base umpire is not qualified to do his job. Plain and simple.

 

Neither of these check swings were close. We're not talking about ones that could have gone either way.

[adambr2]

Ugh Carter. Had some great pitches to hit.

 

Ill note yet again that this game would be long over by now with a competent first base umpire.

[adambr2]

Close play, but this is just getting laughable at 1st. Guy can't get a single call right.

[1992casey]

Big smile for Broxton.

 

First MLB hit is a bunt to load the bases.

[adambr2]

He's safe. To me it's more conclusive than the out last inning.

[pacopete4]

Villar coming through again. Guy continues to do things to help this ball club.