Priester Shuts Out the Dodgers at Dodger Stadium
In a demonstration of absolute dominance, Quinn Priester led the Milwaukee Brewers to a 2-0 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers in the first game of the second half of the season. The right-handed pitcher’s performance extended the Brewers’ winning streak to eight consecutive games. Priester threw six impeccable innings, allowing only three hits, no walks, and striking out 10 batters, one short of his personal best. His effective combination of sinkers, cutters, and sliders kept the Dodgers’ fearsome offense at bay. The pitcher generated 10 of the 12 missed swings with his sinkers and cutters, also showing a higher-than-usual fastball velocity.Milwaukee’s offense came alive in the fifth inning. Caleb Durbin hit a double at 108.8 mph down the left field line, driving in Isaac Collins for the first run of the game. Later, Durbin extended the lead with a solo home run to center field, securing the victory. Dodgers’ opener, Tyler Glasnow, also had a good performance, but his team’s lack of offensive production prevented any comeback. With this triumph, the Brewers are solidifying themselves as one of the most outstanding teams in the National League. The performances of players like Priester could significantly influence the Milwaukee management’s decisions ahead of the July 31st Trade Deadline.Are we really going to think Priester can throw six innings against this lineup? Well, it turned out he could.
Pat Murphy, Brewers Manager
