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The Milwaukee Brewers will take on the Texas Rangers in a pivotal three-game series in Arlington. With a magic number of three to clinch a playoff spot, the Brewers aim to solidify their postseason chances despite ongoing injuries to key players. The Rangers are also vying for a playoff berth, making this series essential for both teams as they approach the end of the season. The opening game features Brewers pitcher Jose Quintana against Rangers pitcher Jacob Latz, promising an exciting matchup.
Milwaukee, Wisconsin – The Milwaukee Brewers are set to face the Texas Rangers in a crucial three-game series starting Monday evening in Arlington. The Brewers are currently in the thick of the postseason hunt, with their magic number for clinching a playoff spot reduced to three after a recent series sweep against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The situation comes as the team continues to navigate injuries among key players, including Christian Yelich and Rhys Hoskins.
As of now, the Brewers are positioned to secure their place in the playoffs, with a magic number of 12 for the NL Central title and 13 for the top seed in Major League Baseball. In contrast, the Rangers are also in pursuit of a postseason berth, sitting 1.5 games behind the Seattle Mariners in the race for the final American League (AL) Wild Card spot and four games behind the Houston Astros in the AL West, holding a record of 74 wins and 70 losses.
Injuries have been a concern for both teams. The Brewers will be monitoring the status of several players, including Hoskins, who could return soon, and Yelich, who has missed the last five games but may rejoin the roster for this series. Other injured Brewers include Trevor Megill, expected to target a return next week, along with Grant Anderson and D.L. Hall, who aims for a late September comeback. Nick Mears is also eligible to return on September 17, while Shelby Miller is out for the season, potentially facing retirement.
On the Rangers’ side, the pitching staff has been particularly hit hard by injuries, with key players such as Josh Sborz, Jon Gray, and Nathan Eovaldi out for the season. The status of Danny Coulombe is still to be determined, and Tyler Mahle is in recovery. The Rangers are also missing several position players, notably Corey Seager, Evan Carter, and Marcus Semien, all unable to participate for the rest of the season.
In terms of offensive performance, Yelich continues to lead the Brewers with 27 home runs and 92 runs batted in (RBIs). Jackson Chourio, another standout, has contributed 19 home runs. Overall, the Brewers boast a team batting average of .260, with a .333 on-base percentage (OBP) and a .408 slugging percentage (SLG), which places them 10th in on-base plus slugging (OPS). Additionally, the team has recorded 154 home runs, ranking 19th, with 736 runs scored, placing them second in the league.
Conversely, the Rangers are led in home runs by Wyatt Langford, who has tallied 21. The Rangers’ offensive statistics reveal a .237 batting average, .305 OBP, and .387 SLG, which ranks them 27th in OPS. They have 159 home runs, tied for 17th in the league, and 614 runs scored, putting them 20th overall.
On the pitching front, the Brewers’ bullpen is strong, highlighted by Abner Uribe, who boasts an impressive 1.84 ERA. The team carries a collective ERA of 3.59, securing the second-best mark in the league. The Rangers’ bullpen, led by Hoby Milner, has performed well this season, holding a 3.46 ERA, which is the best in Major League Baseball.
The opening game of the series on September 8 will feature Brewers pitcher Jose Quintana, who has an ERA of 3.72, facing off against the Rangers’ Jacob Latz, who holds a 3.15 ERA. While the Brewers have not confirmed a starter for the second game scheduled for September 9, speculation suggests it will likely be Chad Patrick. The final game in the series on September 10 will see Freddy Peralta, carrying a 2.50 ERA, going up against Merrill Kelly, who has a 3.16 ERA.
Fans can expect comprehensive coverage of the series through various media platforms, including broadcasts on FanDuel Sports Wisconsin, the MLB Network, and local radio on the Brewers Radio Network. As the postseason approaches, both teams recognize the importance of this series in shaping their playoff aspirations.
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