Brew Crew Ball · Aug 7, 2022
Brewers recall Jason Alexander, designate Jake McGee for assignment
Photo by John Fisher/Getty ImagesThe Brewers shook up their bullpen on Sunday morning, recalling Jason Alexander and designating veteran Jake McGee for assignment.
Injuries to the starting staff forced Alexander into the rotation in June. He posted a 2.42 ERA over his first four starts with a strong ground ball rate, but he issued more walks (nine) than strikeouts (eight) in those outings.
Alexander’s unsustainable performance quickly cratered, as he allowed 22 earned runs in his next six appearances, boosting his ERA to 5.60. Seven of those runs scored in a five-inning outing against the Giants on July 17, and the Brewers optioned him to Triple-A shortly after the game.