Milwaukee Brewers

Joey Ortiz is out of the lineup for the Milwaukee Brewers against the St. Louis Cardinals Saturday. (Source: Milwaukee Brewers on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Ortiz will receive the night off for regular rest, with Oliver Dunn filling in at third base and batting eighth Saturday against the Cardinals.

Christian Yelich is not in the lineup for the Milwaukee Brewers against the St. Louis Cardinals Saturday. (Source: Milwaukee Brewers on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Yelich will take a seat on the bench for general rest, with Gary Sanchez occupying the designated hitter spot and Jake Bauers patrolling left field Saturday against the Cardinals.

Robert Gasser delivered an impressive performance on Friday, tossing six shutout innings, allowing just two hits, no walks, and striking out four in the Brewers' 11-2 victory over the Cardinals.

Fantasy Impact: This outing marks a dream start to Gasser's major league career, maintaining a pristine 0.00 ERA and a minuscule 0.33 WHIP. His control was on full display, evidenced by not issuing a single walk and keeping his pitches in check throughout the game. Moving forward, while Gasser's extremely low BABIP (.133) suggests some luck, his solid debut should put him on the radar for fantasy managers looking for pitching depth. However, maintaining such a level of performance will be challenging as the league adjusts and more data on his tendencies becomes available.

Sal Frelick went 1-for-4 with two RBI and a run scored in the Brewers' 11-2 victory over the Cardinals.

Fantasy Impact: Despite the modest hit total, Frelick's contribution was timely, helping to pad the Brewers' lead. His season batting average sits at .244, and while his power numbers are non-existent with zero home runs, his ability to drive in runs in key situations has been noted. Frelick's performance this season has been a mixed bag, with a relatively high strikeout rate of .219 and a modest .283 wOBA indicating room for improvement. Fantasy managers should view him as a situational player whose value increases against favorable matchups, though his lack of consistent power and speed limits his upside.

Rhys Hoskins went 2-for-3 with two RBI as the Brewers trounced the Cardinals 11-2.

Fantasy Impact: His contributions were timely, adding to the offensive onslaught with a pair of singles and drawing a walk to reach base three times. Despite a sluggish start to the season with a .230 batting average and a relatively low .239 BABIP, this performance could hint at a potential turnaround. Hoskins's ability to drive in runs, evidenced by his 23 RBI in 35 games, remains a valuable asset in fantasy lineups. His power numbers, with eight homers, suggest that he could still be a source of home runs and RBI if his batting average normalizes closer to his career metrics as the season progresses.

William Contreras went 1-for-3 with a double and scored three times in the Brewers' dominant 11-2 victory over the Cardinals.

Fantasy Impact: His ability to cross the plate thrice, coupled with drawing two walks, underscores his knack for getting on base and contributing significantly to the team's offensive onslaught. With a robust .340 batting average and a .408 wOBA this season, Contreras continues to be a high-value asset in fantasy lineups, especially in formats that reward on-base percentage. His consistent hitting and ability to score runs make him a top-tier option at catcher in fantasy leagues.

Willy Adames had a standout performance in the Brewers' dominant 11-2 victory over the Cardinals, going 3-for-4 with three doubles, two runs scored, and two RBI.

Fantasy Impact: This game showcased Adames's ability to drive in runs and hit for extra bases, significantly contributing to the team's offensive explosion. His season batting average now sits at .265, and with 27 RBI and 10 doubles, he continues to be a reliable source of production in fantasy lineups. Given his consistent performance and ability to contribute across multiple categories, Adames remains a solid option at shortstop in most fantasy formats. His power numbers, coupled with a decent batting average and run production, make him a valuable asset as the season progresses.

The Brewers have placed Joel Payamps on the bereavement list. (Source: Brewers on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Payamps will now be out for the weekend series at a minimum. The team added Janson Junk to the roster to provide bullpen depth.

The Brewers have recalled Janson Junk from Triple-A Nashville. (Source: Brewers on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Junk was recently sent down to Nashville, but will provide some depth in the bullpen with Joel Payamps landing on the bereavement list.

Jake Bauers went 1-for-4 with a home run and an RBI in the Brewers' 7-1 victory over the Cardinals.

Fantasy Impact: His solo shot contributed to the team's robust offensive display, though his overall season performance remains lackluster with a .205 batting average and a high strikeout rate of 40%. Bauers's power stroke is evident with three homers on the season, but his inconsistency at the plate and poor contact rates make him a risky fantasy option. His limited on-base skills, highlighted by a mere .075 walk rate, further dampen his appeal in formats that value OBP.

Tobias Myers delivered a mixed outing, allowing one earned run on three hits and four walks while striking out six over four innings in Thursday's 7-1 victory over the Cardinals.

Fantasy Impact: Despite the win for the Brewers, Myers's performance was a shaky one, characterized by high pitch count and control issues that limited him to just four innings. His season ERA slightly improved to 5.29, but the persistent control problems and a high WHIP of 1.41 continue to cap his fantasy upside. While the strikeout rate remains appealing, the lack of deep outings and wins, coupled with a high FIP of 7.43, suggests fantasy managers should temper expectations and consider Myers a risky play in most formats.

Blake Perkins is out of the Brewers’ starting lineup Thursday.

Fantasy Impact: Perkins has struggled recently and will get a day off Thursday. Sal Frelick will patrol center field in his absence.

Joe Ross endured another rough outing, allowing three earned runs on three hits and two walks while striking out two over five innings in Wednesday's 6-4 loss to the Royals.

Fantasy Impact: This performance continues a troubling trend for Ross, whose season ERA now sits at an inflated 4.75 with a WHIP of 1.47. Despite a decent FIP of 3.98 suggesting some bad luck, his low strikeout rate of 7.3 K/9 limits his upside in fantasy formats. The high BABIP (.316) might hint at potential improvement, but his lack of command and strikeout ability makes him a risky play in all but the deepest of leagues. Ross's inconsistency remains a significant concern for fantasy managers looking for reliable starting options.

Gary Sanchez went 2-for-3 with a home run, two runs scored, and an RBI in the Brewers' 6-4 loss to the Royals.

Fantasy Impact: His performance included a walk and no strikeouts, marking a solid day at the plate. Despite the Brewers' defeat, Sanchez's contributions were a bright spot, showcasing his power with his fifth homer of the season. Although his batting average sits at a modest .232 through 22 games, his ability to drive in runs and score remains valuable for fantasy managers. His .367 wOBA indicates a strong offensive output, making him a viable option in fantasy lineups, especially in leagues that value power-hitting catchers.

Oliver Dunn is in the Brewers’ starting lineup Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact: Dunn will take over at third base and hit eighth against the Royals. The 26-year-old is hitting .227 through 75 at-bats.

The Brewers optioned Tyler Black to Triple-A Nashville. (Source: Todd Rosiak on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Black gets sent down with Christian Yelich activated from the injured list. He hit .227 while he was up with Milwaukee.

Colin Rea struggled through 4 2/3 innings, allowing four earned runs on seven hits and one walk while striking out two in the Brewers' narrow 6-5 victory over the Royals on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact: This outing marked a noticeable dip in performance for Rea. He has a lower-than-average strikeout rate while his WHIP is a bit high (1.28). That limits his fantasy upside despite a nice 3.29 ERA.

Trevor Megill notched a save with a clean inning, striking out one in the Brewers' narrow 6-5 victory over the Royals.

Fantasy Impact: This performance continues a strong season for Megill, who now boasts a 1.04 ERA and a 0.81 WHIP through nine appearances. His ability to maintain a low BABIP (.191) and a solid strikeout-to-walk ratio (2.67) suggests that he's managing contact effectively and avoiding free passes. With three saves now under his belt and no blown saves, Megill is proving to be a reliable option in late-game situations.

Bryse Wilson delivered a strong performance, allowing just one hit over six scoreless innings while striking out six against the Royals.

Fantasy Impact: Despite his efforts, the Brewers couldn't capitalize, ultimately losing 3-2. Wilson's latest outing continues to solidify his role as a reliable starter, lowering his ERA to an impressive 2.40 and maintaining a commendable WHIP of 0.93. His consistent strikeout ability, evidenced by an 8.1 K/9 rate, and his control, with a 2.70 strikeout-to-walk ratio, make him a valuable asset in fantasy leagues. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on his performance trends but consider him a strong option in most formats given his current form.

Freddy Peralta has begun serving his five-game suspension. (Source: Brewers on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Peralta was suspended after intentionally throwing at Jose Siri of the Rays. He is not expected to miss a start and should take his next turn in the rotation, which is Saturday against St. Louis.