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Sproat Struggles as Brewers Face Depth Crisis
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Brandon Sproat’s latest outing was another disaster for the Brewers, lasting just 4.1 innings while surrendering five earned runs and hitting two batters — marking his third straight start where he couldn’t even make it five innings. With a 6.24 ERA and just 1-4 record in 49 innings this season, the rookie’s struggles are mounting. Manager Pat Murphy was blunt, calling it a step back and stressing the team can’t afford such performances with key pitchers sidelined. With the Brewers’ depth stretched thin and the trade deadline looming, Sproat’s inconsistency could force a tough decision — potential reinforcements may be needed before the deadline. The pressure on young talent is real: talent alone isn’t enough — consistency wins games.
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