Brewers optioning Colton Gordon to Triple-A continues anticipated late-season pitching shuffle

The Brewers clinched an NLDS berth and first-round bye on Tuesday after the Reds defeated the Braves, allowing Milwaukee to focus on preparing their pitching staff for the playoffs. Left-hander Colton Gordon made his team debut against Philadelphia, pitching five innings and giving the team's primary relievers rest despite the Brewers losing the game. Gordon has been optioned to Triple-A and replaced by right-hander Lyon Richardson, a 26-year-old who signed a minor league deal with Milwaukee in June after being designated for assignment by Cincinnati. The move is part of an anticipated pattern over the final five regular season games where the Brewers will prioritize rest and health for their postseason roster over winning.

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