The Brewers suffer a 4-3 extra-inning loss to the Rockies on June 29, 2025, after a Trevor Megill blown save. Despite a Yelich HR, see how it unraveled.
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It was a game the Brewers had in their grasp, a fifth straight victory just outs away. But in a cruel twist, a ninth-inning home run by a familiar face sent Sunday's contest against the Rockies spiraling, ending in a painful 4-3 extra-inning loss at American Family Field. While the defeat stings, the sting is eased by Monday's news of a fresh face heading to Milwaukee: versatile prospect Anthony Seigler is getting the call to the big leagues.
Despite the blown save, closer Trevor Megill converted eight of ten opportunities in June with a 3.18 ERA.
For eight innings, it felt like another classic Brewers win. Homers from Christian Yelich (his 18th) and Sal Frelick in the sixth inning provided a 2-0 cushion, and the pitching was cruising. But then the bullpen, a source of strength for so long, finally faltered. Former Brewer Orlando Arcia smashed a game-tying solo shot off closer Trevor Megill with two outs in the ninth. The Rockies kept chipping away, scoring in the 10th and ultimately plating the winning run in the 11th on a single by Kyle Farmer. Grant Anderson took the loss, and a four-game win streak was snapped in the most frustrating fashion imaginable.
It's easy to point the finger at Trevor Megill, who allowed the game-tying homer and was charged with two runs (one earned) over two innings. The blown save was his second of the month, but it's important to keep it in perspective. Overall, Megill has been a reliable force in the ninth inning. In June, he posted a solid 3.18 ERA and a 1.15 WHIP, striking out 15 batters while walking only three over 11.1 innings. He successfully converted eight of his ten save chances. While Sunday's outing was rough, he remains a critical piece of the bullpen's success.
As the Brewers look to shake off the loss, a new player will be joining the ranks. The team is promoting Anthony Seigler, a former first-round pick of the Yankees, for his MLB debut. After a stellar season in Triple-A, the versatile prospect is expected to provide a significant upgrade for a bench that has received limited production from players like Daz Cameron and Andruw Monasterio. Seigler's ability to play multiple positions will give manager Pat Murphy valuable flexibility as the team enters a demanding stretch of the season.
Seigler's promotion is another testament to the health of the Brewers' farm system, which remains one of the best in baseball even after graduating Jackson Chourio. The pipeline is brimming with talent. In the lower levels, 18-year-old shortstop Jesus Made is turning heads in the Carolina League. Further up, hard-throwing righty Jacob Misiorowski boasts a 1.60 ERA with improved command at Double-A, where he's joined by fellow top shortstop prospect Cooper Pratt. The Crew's ability to consistently develop and promote impactful players is the foundation of their sustained success.
One tough loss, even a heartbreaker in extras, doesn't define a season. The Brewers will look to shake off the sting of Sunday's defeat and start a new winning streak. With a fresh face in Anthony Seigler joining the clubhouse and a farm system churning out talent, the long-term outlook remains incredibly bright. Now, it's time to see how the Crew bounces back from a little adversity.
