The Brewers have added a fresh arm to their bullpen before the second game of Monday’s doubleheader, selecting Luke Barker from Triple-A Nashville and optioning Ethan Small.
LHP Ethan Small optioned to Triple-A Nashville.
RHP Luke Barker selected from Triple-A Nashville.
RHP Justin Topa transferred to the 60-day injured list. pic.twitter.com/Yo22PxRrnX— Milwaukee Brewers (@Brewers) May 30, 2022The promotion has been a long time coming for Barker, who has quietly been effective for several seasons in the minor leagues. Milwaukee signed him out of independent ball in 2016, and he has posted a 2.