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Brewers' Murphy Defends Megill Amid Six-Game Losing Streak

4/16/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Pat Murphy, the Milwaukee Brewers manager, criticized fans for booing Trevor Megill after a 9-7 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays.
Trevor Megill, the Brewers' closer, who saved 30 games last season, has a 14.40 ERA this year.
Murphy said fans are people, not machines, and acknowledged a rematch with the Blue Jays.
The Brewers are on a six-game losing streak as Murphy weighs moving Megill from the closer role.

History

Historical Context

The Milwaukee Brewers' 1982 season culminated in a World Series loss to the St. Louis Cardinals, despite their impressive 95-win record and leading MLB in several offensive categories. This marked the franchise's first and only American League pennant. Today, manager Pat Murphy's criticism of fans reflects ongoing frustrations, as the team struggles with a six-game losing streak, reminiscent of past playoff disappointments.

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Story summary

Pat Murphy, the Milwaukee Brewers manager, criticized fans for booing Trevor Megill after a 9-7 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays.
Trevor Megill, the Brewers' closer, who saved 30 games last season, has a 14.40 ERA this year.
Murphy said fans are people, not machines, and acknowledged a rematch with the Blue Jays.
The Brewers are on a six-game losing streak as Murphy weighs moving Megill from the closer role.

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