Brewers anticipate returns of Frelick and Romero later this month
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 11:00 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
The Milwaukee Brewers are set to welcome back Sal Frelick and JoJo Romero by mid-August. Romero is on the 15-day Injured List with an abdomen issue, while Frelick has been sidelined due to a shoulder injury. Frelick has started throwing and hitting progressions, aiming for a return in the middle of the month after a rehab stint. The team recently acquired Romero to strengthen their bullpen, which saw a boost from Antonio Senzatela's season debut. Both players are crucial for the Brewers as they aim for a late-season push ahead of the playoffs.
- •Sal Frelick targeting mid-August return following shoulder injury.
- •JoJo Romero likely back by mid-to-late August from abdomen issue.
- •Frelick and Romero crucial for Brewers' playoff aspirations.
- •Brewers recently boosted bullpen with Antonio Senzatela's debut.
- 11:00 PMYahoo Sports — Updated Timelines for Frelick's Return; Romero's Brewers Debut
"The Milwaukee Brewers eye a late-season surge as Sal Frelick and JoJo Romero should be back by the end of the month, at the latest.
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