Colton Gordon excels in debut as Brewers fall to Phillies
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 1:55 AM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026
Colton Gordon made a strong debut for the Milwaukee Brewers on September 22, 2026, despite a 6-4 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies. Gordon pitched five innings, allowing two runs on four hits, showcasing potential for a postseason roster spot. The game saw the Brewers struggling against Zack Wheeler, who achieved his 2,000th career strikeout. After being down 3-0, the Brewers tied the game at 3-3 before the Phillies added three runs in the eighth inning. The Brewers now look ahead to their next game against Aaron Nola, needing two more wins to reach 100 for the season.
- •Colton Gordon pitched five innings, allowing two runs on four hits.
- •Zack Wheeler struck out seven Brewers and recorded his 2,000th career strikeout.
- •Brewers tied the game at 3-3 before conceding three runs in the eighth.
- •Milwaukee faces Aaron Nola in their next game, needing two wins for 100.
- •The Brewers still secured a first-round bye in the playoffs despite the defeat.
- 1:55 AMYahoo Sports — Gordon turns heads in debut, despite Brewers’ loss
"Colton Gordon shines in tonight’s loss, making an interesting case for himself to make the postseason roster
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