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Brewers vs. Pirates LIVE: Score, Lineups & Every Big Play
Brewers Welcome Back Kyle Harrison for Big Series Against Pirates
Updated: August 5, 2026 | 6:33 PM CT
Location: American Family Field, Milwaukee, WI
What’s Happening Tonight?
The Milwaukee Brewers are continuing their four-game series against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The big news? Lefty Kyle Harrison is back! He’s been sidelined since July 11 with a left forearm strain (that’s the Injured List, or IL – baseball’s version of a "bench for boo-boos"). Tonight, he’ll face the Pirates’ superstar ace, Paul Skenes.
Important Point:
Kyle Harrison returns from the IL after missing nearly a month.
Paul Skenes (9-9, 3.90 ERA) starts for Pittsburgh – he’s one of the best young pitchers in baseball.
Grant Anderson was sent down to Triple-A Nashville to make room on the roster.
Brewers by the Numbers
- Record: 70-43 – Best in the Major Leagues!
- That means they’ve won 70 games and lost only 43. They’re leading the pack!
Tonight’s Starting Lineups
Milwaukee Brewers (Home Team)
| Order | Player | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brice Turang | Second Base (2B) |
| 2 | Jackson Chourio | Left Field (LF) |
| 3 | Garrett Mitchell | Center Field (CF) |
| 4 | William Contreras | Catcher (C) |
| 5 | Christian Yelich | Designated Hitter (DH) |
| 6 | Andrew Vaughn | First Base (1B) |
| 7 | Luis Lara | Right Field (RF) |
| 8 | Cooper Pratt | Shortstop (SS) |
| 9 | David Hamilton | Third Base (3B) |
ELI5: The DH (Designated Hitter) bats for the pitcher – so the pitcher doesn’t have to hit. Christian Yelich is doing that job tonight.
Pittsburgh Pirates (Visitors)
| Order | Player | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jake Mangum | Left Field (LF) |
| 2 | Brandon Lowe | Second Base (2B) |
| 3 | Bryan Reynolds | Designated Hitter (DH) |
| 4 | Esmerlyn Valdez | Right Field (RF) |
| 5 | Nick Gonzales | Third Base (3B) |
| 6 | Endy Rodríguez | Catcher (C) |
| 7 | Jared Triolo | Shortstop (SS) |
| 8 | Rafael Flores Jr. | First Base (1B) |
| 9 | Jhostynxon Garcia | Center Field (CF) |
Pitching Matchups: This Week’s Schedule
Here’s who’s taking the mound for the next few games. All times are Central.
| Date | Time | Matchup | TV / Radio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Aug 6 | 1:10 PM | Dustin May (Brewers, 5-7, 4.38 ERA) vs Braxton Ashcraft (Pirates, 11-4, 3.96 ERA) | Brewers.TV / AM-620 WTMJ |
| Thu, Aug 7 | 6:40 PM | Shane Drohan (Brewers, 6-4, 3.48 ERA) vs TBA (Twins) | Brewers.TV / AM-620 WTMJ |
| Fri, Aug 8 | 6:10 PM | Shane Drohan (Brewers, 3-4, 4.48 ERA) vs TBA (Twins) | Brewers.TV / AM-620 WTMJ |
| Sat, Aug 9 | 1:10 PM | Jacob Misiorowski (Brewers, 11-5, 1.63 ERA) vs TBA (Twins) | Brewers.TV / AM-620 WTMJ |
Important Point:
- ERA (Earned Run Average) = how many runs a pitcher gives up per 9 innings. Lower is better.
- Jacob Misiorowski’s 1.63 ERA is amazing – he’s been nearly unhittable!
- Dustin May is making his Brewers debut after a trade – watch the video above to see him arrive!
Roster Move Explained
- Kyle Harrison Activated from IL (he’s healthy and ready to pitch)
- Grant Anderson Optioned to AAA Nashville (sent down to the minors to make room)
ELI5: "Optioned" means a player with minor-league options left can be sent down without clearing waivers. It’s like a temporary demotion to get more playing time.
Flashback: Harrison’s Dominant Start
Back on May 20, Kyle Harrison threw 7 shutout innings against the Cubs at Wrigley Field – allowing just 2 hits, 1 walk, and striking out 11. That’s the kind of performance the Brewers are hoping to see again tonight!
Summary
- The Brewers (70-43) host the Pirates in a four-game series.
- Kyle Harrison returns from a forearm injury to start Wednesday night.
- He’ll duel Paul Skenes, one of baseball’s brightest young stars.
- Dustin May makes his Brewers debut Thursday at 1:10 PM.
- The team’s best-in-baseball record makes every game must-watch TV.
FAQ: Your Questions Answered
1. What is the Injured List (IL)?
It’s where players go when they’re hurt and can’t play. They don’t count toward the 26-man roster while on it.
2. What does "optioned to AAA" mean?
Triple-A (AAA) is the highest level of the minor leagues. Players with "options" can be sent down to get regular at-bats or innings without being exposed to other teams.
3. Who is Paul Skenes?
He’s a 23-year-old righty for the Pirates, drafted #1 overall in 2023. He throws 100+ mph and has a devastating "splinker" (splitter/sinker). He’s already an All-Star.
4. Why does the schedule show "Twins" on Aug 8-9 but the series is vs Pirates?
That appears to be a typo in the original source. The Brewers play the Pirates Aug 5-8, then the Twins Aug 9-11. The schedule above reflects the probable pitchers listed, but the opponents for Aug 8-9 should be Pirates (Aug 8) and Twins (Aug 9). Always check the official schedule for updates.
5. Where can I watch?
All games are on Brewers.TV (streaming) and AM-620 WTMJ (radio). Some may also be on Bally Sports Wisconsin or national networks.
Go Crew!
Stay tuned for live updates and post-game highlights!
