Brewers Look to Bounce Back Against Reds in Game Two

The Milwaukee Brewers are set to face the Cincinnati Reds in the second game of their series, with Dustin May taking the mound for the Brewers. May is looking for a rebound after struggling in his last three outings, including a recent performance where he allowed four runs over 4 1/3 innings against the Texas Rangers. In his five starts with the Brewers, he has recorded a 6.41 ERA and 5.43 FIP across 19 2/3 innings, while his overall season stats stand at a 4.69 ERA and 3.49 FIP.

On the opposing side, Andrew Abbott will start for the Reds. Abbott has had a challenging season, posting a 4.49 ERA and 4.80 FIP in 148 1/3 innings over 28 starts. The Brewers faced Abbott earlier this season on July 1, where he allowed two runs, five hits, and five walks in five innings. This matchup marks Abbott's 10th career start against the Brewers, where he has previously managed a 3.73 ERA over his last nine starts against them.

In anticipation of facing the left-handed Abbott, the Brewers have made adjustments to their batting lineup. Jackson Chourio will lead off, followed by Luis Lara, with William Contreras serving as the designated hitter in the third spot. Andrew Vaughn and Garrett Mitchell will bat fourth and fifth, respectively, while Joey Ortiz moves up to sixth. The lineup is completed by Cooper Pratt, Gary Sánchez, and David Hamilton.

The game is scheduled to begin at 5:40 p.m. and will be broadcast on Brewers.TV and the Brewers Radio Network.