Joey Ortiz shines at third base for Brewers in win over Mets
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 11:48 PM
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
Joey Ortiz contributed significantly to the Milwaukee Brewers' 4-3 victory against the New York Mets on July 22. Since moving to third base, Ortiz has improved his offensive performance, hitting.373 over the last six games. Despite previous struggles, Ortiz demonstrated his capability with a near-cycle, achieving three hits, including a double and a two-run triple. Brewers manager Pat Murphy praised Ortiz's newfound confidence, which has manifested in both his batting and fielding. This turnaround comes after Ortiz's struggles as an everyday shortstop, indicating a positive shift for both him and the team.
- •Joey Ortiz went 3-for-3 against the Mets on July 22.
- •Ortiz has raised his batting average to.373 in the last six games.
- •He has switched positions to third base, showing improved performance.
- •Ortiz's offensive turnaround follows a difficult stretch as a shortstop.
- •Brewers manager Pat Murphy cites Ortiz's confidence as key to his success.
- 11:48 PMYahoo Sports — How 'Third Base Joey' found his swing again for the Milwaukee Brewers
"Over the last month since sliding over to third base, Joey Ortiz has been a difference-maker with the bat
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