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Brewers' Cortes Hits IL, Peralta Remains Sole Starter

4/6/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Milwaukee Brewers face a setback as left-hander Nestor Cortes lands on the 15-day injured list with a left elbow flexor strain, leaving Freddy Peralta as the sole healthy starter. Cortes, familiar with this injury, is anticipated to make a swift return. To bolster the roster, Grant Wolfram has been recalled from Triple-A Nashville.

History

Historical Context

Nestor Cortes' injury echoes the challenges faced by MLB during the 2020 season, when COVID-19 postponed games and forced teams to adapt quickly. The Brewers, now relying on Freddy Peralta, must navigate similar uncertainties, reminiscent of past seasons where injuries reshaped playoff hopes. History often tests resilience in sports.

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Story summary

The Milwaukee Brewers face a setback as left-hander Nestor Cortes lands on the 15-day injured list with a left elbow flexor strain, leaving Freddy Peralta as the sole healthy starter. Cortes, familiar with this injury, is anticipated to make a swift return. To bolster the roster, Grant Wolfram has been recalled from Triple-A Nashville.

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