The Brewers are hitting their first rough patch of the season — and now there’s an injury concern to watch.
In this episode of Jen, Gabe & Chewy, Brewers broadcaster Jeff Levering joins the show on 414 Day to break down Milwaukee’s recent struggles, Christian Yelich’s status, and why there’s still reason for optimism.
😬 The Problem: 5 Straight Losses
After a strong start, the Brewers have:
Dropped five in a row
Seen inconsistent offense
Shown signs of bullpen fatigue early in the season
But the message is clear:
👉 “That’s baseball” — long season, tough stretches happen
🚑 Yelich Injury Update
One of the biggest concerns:
Christian Yelich dealing with a hamstring issue
Likely IL stint coming
Timeline uncertain, but early hope is around two weeks
In the meantime:
👉 The Brewers will likely rotate DH options by committee
🧠 Can the Rotation Stop the Slide?
All eyes turn to pitching:
Miz gets the ball and could be the “stopper”
Facing tough competition with Toronto’s lineup
Opportunity to reset momentum at home
🔥 Bright Spot: Bryce Turang
While the team struggles, one player stands out:
👉 Bryce Turang is taking a major leap
Power surge becoming legitimate
Opposite-field home runs showing real growth
Strong defense + improved plate discipline
The takeaway:
👉 He’s emerging as one of the best second basemen in the game right now
🌪️ 414 Day + Storm Chaos
The show also opens with:
Severe storms across the area
Tornado sirens overnight
Real-life Wisconsin chaos leading into game day