The Milwaukee Brewers are riding high after a thrilling 9-7 win that secured a season-opening sweep against the Chicago White Sox. Now, they're gearing up for a three-game showdown with the Tampa Bay Rays at American Family Field, kicking off on Monday night.
Making his debut for the Brewers is lefty Kyle Harrison, who will face off against Rays right-hander Nick Martinez.
Before the game, the Brewers made headlines with two major updates: they acquired outfielder Luis Matos from the San Francisco Giants and are closing in on a significant contract extension with their No. 2 prospect, Cooper Pratt.
Rays Strike Early Against Harrison
Kyle Harrison found himself in hot water early, becoming the third Brewers pitcher this season to give up a first-inning homer. Yandy Díaz wasted no time, sending Harrison’s fifth pitch over the left-field wall. Despite a rocky start, which included a walk and a single, Harrison managed to strike out three batters, using 26 pitches to escape the inning.
Game Time Details
The Brewers are set to take the field at 6:40 p.m., with the game broadcast on Brewers.TV.
Brewers' Perfect Start
The Brewers have kicked off their season with a perfect 3-0 record.
Starting Lineups
For the Brewers:
- Brice Turang at 2B
- William Contreras behind the plate
- Christian Yelich as DH
- Luis Rengifo at 3B
- Jake Bauers at 1B
- Sal Frelick in RF
- Garrett Mitchell in CF
- David Hamilton at SS
- Brandon Lockridge in LF
For the Rays:
- Yandy Díaz as DH
- Ryan Vilade in RF
- Jonathan Aranda at 1B
- Junior Caminero at 3B
- Ben Williamson at 2B
- Jonny DeLuca in CF
- Nick Fortes catching
- Chandler Simpson in LF
- Carson Williams at SS
Upcoming Brewers Matchup
The Brewers continue their series against the Rays on March 31 at 6:40 p.m., featuring Milwaukee’s Brandon Woodruff against Tampa Bay’s Shane McClanahan. Catch the action on Brewers.TV, FOX6, or tune in to AM-620 WTMJ.