Brewers designate Lyon Richardson for assignment after one game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 10:58 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
The Milwaukee Brewers designated right-handed pitcher Lyon Richardson for assignment on August 13, 2026. Richardson, who joined the Brewers after being acquired from the Cincinnati Reds, pitched 1 ⅔ scoreless innings in his only appearance against the Padres. The Brewers have faced difficulties in August, going 6-6 and recently suffering a series sweep. Richardson's brief tenure with the team ends as he opts to become a free agent instead of returning to Triple-A Nashville.
- •Lyon Richardson designated for assignment by Milwaukee Brewers.
- •Richardson made one appearance, pitching 1 ⅔ scoreless innings.
- •Brewers have struggled recently, swept by Padres.
- •Richardson opts for free agency instead of Triple-A.
- •Milwaukee holds the top National League seed at 74-47.
- 10:58 PMYahoo Sports — Brewers player decides to leave organization after playing 1 game
"The Milwaukee Brewers recently designated for assignment right-handed pitcher Lyon Richardson.
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