Turang, Priester Among Brewers' Top Prospects Facing Elimination
Brewers' Top Prospects Look to Lift Team in Must-Win Game 5
With their season on the line, the Milwaukee Brewers will turn to some of their top minor league talent as they prepare for a winner-take-all Game 5 against the Chicago Cubs this weekend.
Infielder Brice Turang and pitching prospect Quinn Priester are among the young Brewers players who could play a crucial role in determining the team's postseason fate after Milwaukee let a 2-0 series lead slip away.
Turang Looks to Spark Offense
Brice Turang, the Brewers' No. 2 prospect according to MLB Pipeline, made his MLB debut late in the regular season and has seen increased playing time in the NLDS. The 23-year-old middle infielder provides a spark at the top of the order with his speed and ability to get on base.
"I'm pretty fortunate in a couple of these elimination games to just have pretty nice opportunities in front of me with guys on base, and I think that makes this job just a little bit easier sometimes," Turang said.
Despite the Brewers' offensive struggles in the series, Turang has managed to get on base, recording a hit and a walk in Game 4. His presence at the top of the lineup could be key as Milwaukee tries to avoid an early deficit in the decisive Game 5.
Priester Aims to Bounce Back
On the pitching side, the Brewers will likely turn to 25-year-old right-hander Quinn Priester to provide some much-needed length out of the bullpen. Priester, the team's top pitching prospect, had a rough outing in his postseason debut, throwing 39 pitches in just 1.1 innings.
"It was a rough homecoming for Priester after a breakout performance this season," said one analyst. "The young righty will be looking to redeem himself and give the Brewers a chance to advance."
Priester, who grew up in the Chicago area, will be eager to show what he can do on the big stage as Milwaukee tries to stave off elimination.
Veteran Presence Needed
In addition to the young talent, the Brewers will also need their veteran stars to step up if they want to reach the NLCS. All-Star outfielder Christian Yelich and ace Freddy Peralta will be counted on to lead the way.
Peralta, who has struggled with his command at times this series, acknowledged the hostile environment he faced at Wrigley Field in Game 4.
"Fre-ddy!" chants rained down on the 17-game winner all throughout the bottom of the first inning, and when he allowed a three-run homer to Ian Happ, the Cubs crowd erupted.
Despite the early setback, the Brewers remain confident in Peralta's ability to bounce back in a winner-take-all scenario.
TL;DR
- Infielder Brice Turang and pitching prospect Quinn Priester could play key roles for the Brewers in Game 5 against the Cubs.
- Turang has provided a spark at the top of the order, while Priester will look to redeem himself after a rough postseason debut.
- Veteran stars like Christian Yelich and Freddy Peralta will also need to lead the way as Milwaukee tries to avoid elimination.
- The Brewers let a 2-0 series lead slip away, but they remain confident in their ability to win the decisive Game 5 at home.