Whitney: Jackson Chourio just went 4-for-5 with two homers and four RBI. And we're about to find out if the Brewers can keep that momentum rolling against the Rangers tonight. You do not want to miss this one.
Terry: That's right, Whitney. The Brewers are 83-51, tops in the NL Central, and they're coming off a dominant 8-2 win over the Mets. This is a team firing on all cylinders.
Whitney: Welcome back to the Beatline Podcast Network, Brewers fans! I'm your host Whitney, and as always, I've got my guy Terry alongside me. And today, we're breaking down the start of a new series against the Texas Rangers.
Terry: We've got a lot to get to. We'll talk pitching matchups, the hot bats, and the bullpen questions that just won't go away. Plus, we'll make some bold predictions for the opener.
Whitney: Let's do it. First up, the series and the pitching probables. Stick with us.
Whitney: Alright Terry, let's dive in. The Brewers just swept the Mets, and now they're back home to face the Rangers, who are sitting at 66-68, second in the AL West. What are you expecting from this series?
Terry: I'm expecting a tough test. Texas may be under .500, but they've got some dangerous hitters. And the Brewers are riding high, but they can't afford to look past anyone, especially with the postseason right around the corner.
Whitney: Absolutely. Now, let's talk about the starting pitching. Who's on the mound for the Brewers tonight?
Terry: It's going to be Jacob Misiorowski. He was fantastic in his last start against the Mets, picking up the win. He's got that electric stuff, and he's been a big part of this rotation down the stretch.
Whitney: Misiorowski's been dealing. But what about the Rangers? Who are they throwing at us?
Terry: We don't have official word yet, but based on their rotation, it could be one of their younger arms. Either way, the Brewers' hitters need to stay patient and make them work.
Whitney: One thing we've seen from this Brewers team is that they don't chase. They've got great plate discipline across the board. That's going to be key against a Rangers staff that can be a little erratic.
Terry: Exactly. And speaking of the rotation, we've got to talk about Dustin May. He left his last start with an injury, and that's a concern. He's listed as day-to-day, but that's something to keep an eye on.
Whitney: Right, we mentioned that yesterday. Dustin May's early exit against the Mets was scary, but the bullpen stepped up. Hopefully he's okay, because we need him for the stretch run.
Terry: For now, the focus is on tonight. Misiorowski's got the ball, and if he can give us six or seven strong innings, I like our chances.
Whitney: Alright, let's shift gears and talk about the guys at the plate. That's next, right after a quick break.
Whitney: We're back. Terry, we've got to start with Jackson Chourio. The kid is on fire. Four hits, two homers, four RBI against the Mets. What's going right for him right now?
Terry: It's incredible to watch. He's seeing the ball well, he's staying back, and he's driving the ball to all fields. That's the sign of a mature hitter, and he's only getting better.
Whitney: And he's not alone. Brice Turang hit a three-run homer in the series, and William Contreras has been steady all season. This lineup is deep.
Terry: It really is. You've got Chourio, Turang, Contreras, and then you add in guys like Yelich and Frelick. There's no easy out in this lineup.
Whitney: But what about the bench? We've got some guys banged up, like Bo Bichette and Jake Bauers. Both listed as day-to-day. How much of a concern is that?
Terry: It's a little concerning, but the Brewers have depth. They've got Andrew Vaughn and David Hamilton who can fill in. And with Gary Sanchez behind the plate, they've got some pop.
Whitney: Now, let's talk about the bullpen. We've got some injuries there too. JoJo Romero and Abner Uribe are on the 15-day IL. How are they handling that?
Terry: It's been a patchwork, but guys like Trevor Megill and Aaron Ashby have stepped up. They're getting the job done, but you'd love to have those arms back for October.
Whitney: And what about the Rangers' lineup? Who do we need to worry about?
Terry: They've got some guys who can hurt you. We need to be careful with their middle of the order. But if our starters can keep the ball in the park, I think we'll be fine.
Whitney: Alright, let's get into the keys to the series and make some bold predictions. That's coming up next.
Whitney: Alright, Terry, let's break down what the Brewers need to do to win this series against the Rangers.
Terry: First and foremost, they need to get good starting pitching. Misiorowski's got to set the tone tonight. If he can go deep, that saves the bullpen for the rest of the series.
Whitney: And offensively, they need to keep doing what they're doing. Chourio's been carrying the load, but they need contributions from the whole lineup.
Terry: Exactly. And they need to play clean defense. You can't give extra outs to a team like Texas. They'll make you pay.
Whitney: Alright, time for bold predictions. I'm going to say Jackson Chourio goes yard again tonight and the Brewers win 6-3.
Terry: I like that. I'm going to say William Contreras drives in three runs and Misiorowski strikes out eight in six innings. Brewers take it 5-2.
Whitney: Those are solid predictions. But remember, we've been right before. Let's see if we can keep the streak going.
Whitney: That's all the time we have today. We've got a great series ahead, and the Brewers are rolling. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast, and share it with your fellow Brewers fans.
Terry: And as always, let's go Brewers! We'll see you next time.