Brewers vs. Red Sox: Exciting Three-Game Series at Fenway Park

The Milwaukee Brewers are hitting Fenway Park for the first time since 2022, kicking off a three-game interleague series with the Boston Red Sox on Friday night.

Brewers Lineup and Schedule

• Friday: Game starts at 6:10 p.m. on AppleTV+. Radio: AM-620 and a state network.
• Saturday: Brewers at Red Sox, 3:10 p.m. with Milwaukee's Colin Rea (3-2, 4.07) against Boston's Nick Pivetta (2-2, 3.04). TV – Bally Sports Wisconsin. Radio – AM-620.
• Sunday: Brewers at Red Sox, 12:35 p.m. Milwaukee TBA vs. Boston's Tanner Houck (4-5, 1.94). TV – Bally Sports Wisconsin. Radio – AM-620.

Brewers Lineup:

1. Brice Turang 2B
2. William Contreras C
3. Christian Yelich DH
4. Willy Adames SS
5. Jake Bauers 1B
6. Joey Ortiz 3B
7. Sal Frelick RF
8. Jackson Chourio LF
9. Blake Perkins CF

Red Sox Lineup:

1. Jarren Duran LF
2. Wilyer Abreu RF
3. Connor Wong C
4. Rafael Devers 3B
5. Tyler O'Neill DH
6. Dominic Smith 1B
7. Vaughn Grissom 2B
8. David Hamilton SS
9. Cedanne Rafaela CF

Game Highlights

• Big Inning: The Brewers really piled it on in the fifth inning. Blake Perkins led off with a single, and with one out, William Contreras walked. Christian Yelich then doubled to score Perkins, and Willy Adames followed with a double to drive in both Yelich and Contreras, extending Milwaukee's lead to 6-1 and ending Kutter Crawford's night on the mound.
• Contreras' Fireworks: Earlier in the game, Contreras blasted a massive two-run homer over the Green Monster, clocking in at 111.8 mph. The ball hit so hard it knocked a popcorn container into the air, creating quite a visual spectacle.

Key Players

• Jared Koenig: Starting the game for the Brewers, Koenig (4-1, 2.70 ERA) was pulled after two of Boston's batters reached base in the first inning. Bryse Wilson took over and managed to get out of the inning without giving up any runs.
• Enoli Paredes: Milwaukee made a roster move, calling up right-hander Enoli Paredes from Class AAA Nashville. Paredes has been impressive with a 2-0 record, a 1.31 ERA, and 34 strikeouts in 20 ⅔ innings.
• Bryce Wilson: Despite Boston getting a run back in the fourth inning off a two-out single by David Hamilton, Wilson maintained his composure and kept the Brewers in the lead.

Defensive Gems

• Highlight Reel Catch: Joey Ortiz was robbed of extra bases by Cedanne Rafaela's diving catch in the second inning. This play showcased some stellar defense and kept the Brewers from adding to their lead early in the game.

Manager's Insight

• Pat Murphy: "Leverage in the first inning," said manager Pat Murphy before the game. "This (Boston) lineup presents itself a little bit." Murphy's strategy involved starting Koenig with an eye on Boston's lefty-heavy lineup, though the plan needed quick adjustment.

Roster Updates

• Bradley Blalock: After being on the roster for three games without seeing action, right-hander Bradley Blalock was optioned back to Class AA Biloxi.

Get ready for more action-packed baseball as the Brewers continue their series at Fenway, with more exciting moments and strategic plays sure to come. Don't miss a pitch!