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P · Age 34 · Bats Right · Throws Left
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Rob Zastryzny has elected minor league free agency after being outrighted by the Brewers, ending a frustrating tenure with the organization marked by repeated injuries. The 34-year-old left-handed pitcher missed the entire 2026 season due to a shoulder strain, intercostal muscle strain, and trapezius strain that also caused his fastball velocity to drop from 92 mph to 90 mph. Zastryzny had posted a strong 2.45 ERA in 26 appearances during the 2025 season before injuries derailed his 2026 campaign.
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Two Pitchers Elect Minor League Free Agency
Ian Hamilton and Rob Zastryzny have elected minor league free agency after being outrighted by the Braves and Brewers respectively. Hamilton, 31, appeared in just four games for Atlanta this season while posting a 2.79 ERA at Triple-A Gwinnett, and carries a career 3.72 ERA across 155 major league innings with the Yankees, White Sox, Twins, and Braves. Zastryzny, 34, was limited to 11 minor league innings in 2025 due to a trapezius strain that sidelined him from major league action and caused his fastball velocity to drop from 92 mph to 90 mph.
MLB Trade RumorsBrewers DFA southpaw Rob Zastryzny after frustrating, injury-riddled season
The Milwaukee Brewers designated left-handed pitcher Rob Zastryzny for assignment after he missed the entire 2026 season due to multiple injuries. Zastryzny suffered a shoulder strain in March during the World Baseball Classic, followed by an intercostal muscle strain during his rehab assignment and a trapezius strain that kept him sidelined through May. The 34-year-old had posted a 2.45 ERA in 26 appearances during his strong 2025 season, but injuries have plagued him since joining the organization in late 2023.
Reviewing the BrewGame Discussion: Milwaukee Brewers (95-57) @ Pittsburgh Pirates (75-77)
The Brewers seek to sweep the Pirates on Thursday while chasing franchise records, needing three more wins to set a new team mark and five to reach 100 victories. Kyle Harrison takes the mound for Milwaukee despite recent struggles, having allowed 19 runs over his last seven innings pitched, though he's been dominant against Pittsburgh with a 0.00 ERA across 17 career innings against them. Pirates rookie Wilber Dotel makes just his second start of the season with a 1-5 record and 4.84 ERA. The Brewers have designated reliever Rob Zastryzny for assignment after he failed to appear in any games this season due to injuries, and several Milwaukee regulars including William Contreras and Christian Yelich are getting the day off.
Brew Crew BallBrewers Designate Rob Zastryzny For Assignment
The Milwaukee Brewers designated left-handed pitcher Rob Zastryzny for assignment after he completed a rehab stint from the injured list. Since Zastryzny had exhausted his minor league options, the team chose to remove him from the roster rather than return him to the bullpen.
MLB Trade RumorsLatest Brewers injury update reveals bullpen depth could be bolstered right before postseason
The Brewers hold the best record in baseball entering September 9 and lead the Dodgers by 1.5 games for the top NL seed. Three relief pitchers—Grant Anderson, Bryse Wilson, and Rob Zastryzny—are expected to return from injuries in mid-to-late September, providing bullpen depth before the postseason begins September 29. Anderson is recovering from biceps tendinopathy, Wilson from lower back strain, and Zastryzny from multiple injuries that kept him sidelined all season.
Reviewing the BrewGame Discussion: Milwaukee Brewers (89-56) vs Chicago Cubs (81-64)
The Brewers face the Cubs on Tuesday with their NL Central magic number at 10, which could drop to single digits with a victory. Milwaukee's ace Jacob Misiorowski takes the mound after a rough outing last week against Chicago, while the Cubs counter with left-hander David Peterson, who also struggled in their previous matchup. The Brewers will be without Jake Bauers and Christian Yelich in the lineup, with Jackson Chourio, Brice Turang, and Andrew Vaughn leading off. Milwaukee's injury report includes Rob Zastryzny beginning a rehab assignment with Triple-A Nashville and reliever Bryse Wilson progressing toward a mid-to-late September return.
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