Brewers Face Tough Challenge in Game Two vs. Reds After Injury
Mets Place Baez on IL, Depth to Be Tested
The news on Tuesday was not good for the Milwaukee Brewers as it was announced that All-Star closer Devin Williams was placed on the injured list with a forearm injury. Williams is expected to miss at least the next ten days, making him unavailable for the team's pivotal Game Two matchup against the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday.
Brewers' Bullpen Depth Will Be Put to the Test
Williams' absence is a major blow to the Brewers' bullpen, which has been one of the team's strengths all season. The right-hander has a 2.50 ERA and 1.00 WHIP in 43 appearances this season, and his loss will be felt in the late innings.
The Brewers will now have to rely on their other relievers to step up in Williams' absence. Setup man Brad Boxberger has been solid this season, but he has never been asked to close games on a regular basis. Josh Hader is the team's most experienced closer, but he has struggled at times this season and is not a lock to be effective in the ninth inning.
Reds Will Look to Take Advantage of Brewers' Bullpen Weakness
The Reds are aware of the Brewers' bullpen situation, and they will likely try to exploit it in Game Two. Cincinnati has a number of power hitters in its lineup, and they could do some damage against the Brewers' shaky bullpen.
The Reds also have a strong bullpen of their own, led by closer Tony Santillan. Santillan has a 2.19 ERA and 1.03 WHIP in 40 appearances this season, and he will be a tough matchup for the Brewers' hitters.
The Brewers and Reds are tied 1-1 in their best-of-three series. The winner of Game Two will have a major advantage in the series, and the Reds will be looking to take advantage of the Brewers' bullpen weakness.
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