Garrett Mitchell's Power Hitting in Brewers' Win Over Rockies
The Brewers' Garrett Mitchell made a loud statement in their 10-8 victory over the Rockies, showcasing his potential as a force to be reckoned with at the plate.
In just his seventh at-bat of the spring, Mitchell launched a towering 462-foot home run to center field, the first of his spring training campaign. This impressive display set the tone for a productive day at the plate, as he went 2 for 3 with a walk, a double, and two batted balls at 104.6 mph or faster.
Mitchell's approach was deliberate, as he explained, "I was looking to be aggressive early. I like to swing at the first pitch a lot, and I was prepared for both fastballs and off-speed pitches. I was looking for something over the plate to get a good barrel on the ball."
The Brewers' offense was on fire, with multiple players contributing. Jake Bauers also hit a 431-foot homer to center, contributing to the team's sixth-run rally in the fifth inning. The Brewers' starting pitcher, Robert Gasser, allowed three runs over 2 2/3 innings, and the game was sealed with solid relief pitching from Craig Yoho, Sammy Peralta, and Coleman Crow.
Mitchell's performance is a significant development for the Brewers, especially considering his previous success. He noted, "I did the same thing yesterday, too. I took Easton McGee deep during a simulated game the day before."
This spring training, the Brewers are gearing up for the upcoming season, with a focus on evaluating their prospects. Brock Wilken went 2 for 4 with a RBI, and Cooper Pratt reached base three times, contributing to the team's overall depth.
The Brewers' schedule continues with a game against the Diamondbacks on Friday, where RHP Chad Patrick will face off against LHP Mitch Bratt. The team's radio broadcast will be available on 620 WTMJ.
The following day, the Brewers will take on the Angels, with RHP Brandon Woodruff pitching against RHP Grayson Rodriguez. This back-to-back series will provide further insight into the team's progress and the potential of players like Garrett Mitchell, who is certainly making a case for himself as a key contributor in the Brewers' lineup.
