Brewers' May leaves start after taking 106 mph comebacker to shoulder
Dustin May exited his start against the Mets after one pitch when A.J. Ewing's line drive struck him near the shoulder. The ball went to third for an out, but May was removed after warmup tosses. He was Milwaukee's key trade-deadline addition.
May’s exit came on the very first pitch of the game, a 106 mph comebacker off the bat of A.J. Ewing that caromed to third for an out. After testing his right shoulder with warmup tosses, the Brewers pulled him, handing the ball to lefty Robert Gasser—his first career relief appearance. Milwaukee had already taxed its bullpen in Tuesday’s extra-inning loss, making the early hook especially costly. May had been acquired from St. Louis alongside JoJo Romero, and this was only his fourth start for the club, following a rough outing against Seattle.
This incident could ripple through Milwaukee’s playoff push, as losing a key deadline acquisition for any length of time may strain an already-depleted bullpen and force rotation reshuffling. Fans and teammates may feel heightened concern about pitcher safety on comebackers, though such injuries are an accepted risk. The team’s immediate response—quick removal and reliance on Gasser—could shape their September roster decisions and postseason viability.