Brewers' Cooper Pratt takes first off-day after strong start
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 12:01 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Cooper Pratt earns his first off-day on June 22 after a hot start. The 21-year-old has recorded a.368 batting average with 19 at-bats since his major-league debut on June 16. Initially struggling, Pratt has since secured his position as the everyday shortstop, prompting manager Pat Murphy to opt for a break in the early weeks of the season. With the Brewers managing player rotations, Pratt's absence from the lineup marks a strategic effort to balance playing time as they face a right-handed opponent.
- •Cooper Pratt has a.368 batting average after his first five games.
- •Pratt earned a $50 million contract extension earlier this month.
- •He debuted in the major leagues on June 16, 2026.
- •The Brewers are managing his playing time with other shortstop options.
- •Pratt's absence from the lineup was strategic, not injury-related.
- 12:01 AMYahoo Sports — Brewers Cooper Pratt Earns Well Deserved First Off-Day
"After securing a massive $50 million contract extension, the surging 21-year-old shortstop rests following a blistering .368 start that solidified his role as the Milwaukee Brewers' everyday defensive anchor.
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