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Joey Ortiz news
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The gist
Joey Ortiz is benched for the third time in six games, losing out on playing time.
The Brewers are prioritizing Cooper Pratt and David Hamilton over him against righties.
Background
Joey Ortiz, a shortstop for the Milwaukee Brewers, has been a hot hitter recently, posting a .328/.377/.552 line since July 4. However, he has found himself out of the lineup more often as the team looks to give playing time to younger players like Cooper Pratt and David Hamilton. The Brewers are in a playoff race, and manager Pat Murphy is making lineup decisions based on matchups and player development.
How it unfolded
- Aug 26, 2026Ortiz starts and gets a hit in a 10-inning loss to the Mets, but rookie Cooper Pratt is benched after a bunt attempt.
- Aug 27, 2026Ortiz is out of the lineup for the game against the Mets, with Pratt and Hamilton starting on the left side of the infield.
- Aug 28, 2026Ortiz hits a triple in a game against the Rangers.
- Aug 31, 2026Ortiz is out of the lineup for the third time in six games, this time against the Cubs, as the odd man out on the left side of the infield.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- Ortiz should continue to see regular starts against left-handed pitching, but Pratt and Hamilton are likely to be prioritized ahead of him versus righties.