On Friday afternoon, the Milwaukee Brewers will open up a series with the Atlanta Braves (at home) in Wisconsin.
They are coming off a 7-4 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Thursday (also at home).
Milwaukee Brewers Announce Sal Frelick Update
GettySal Frelick #10 of the Milwaukee Brewers reacts after hitting an RBI single against the Pittsburgh Pirates in the fourth inning at American Family Field on August 12, 2025 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
The Brewers continue to play without Sal Frelick, as he has been out since July 17.
This week, the Brewers announced the latest update on Frelick.
MLB.com wrote (on August 19): “Was in Milwaukee on Aug. 18 to work out with the Major League team before returning to the Minors to continue his rehab assignment. The Brewers want to see two pain-free days throwing before they consider adding Frelick back to the bigs.”
According to the site, he could return as soon as Friday.
GettySal Frelick #10 of the Milwaukee Brewers looks on against the Chicago Cubs during Game Five of the National League Division Series at American Family Field on October 11, 2025 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Before getting hurt, Frelick had been batting .236 with 65 hits, four home runs, 34 RBIs, 33 runs and six stolen bases in 90 games.
He was picked in the 1st round of the 2021 MLB Draft.
The 26-year-old is in the middle of his fourth season at the MLB level (all with the Brewers).
GettySal Frelick #10 of the Milwaukee Brewers looks on prior to game three of the National League Division Series against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on October 08, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.
Frelick would be a nice boost to the Brewers when he returns.
He won a Gold Glove Award during the 2024 season (when he was 24).
Looking At The Brewers Right Now
GettyGarrett Mitchell #5 of the Milwaukee Brewers has water dumped on him after a 7-4 win over the Seattle Mariners at American Family Field on August 20, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
The Brewers are in the middle of a very strong 2026 season where they look like a team who can reach the World Series.
They are at the top of the National League Central with a 79-49 record in 128 games.
Over their last ten games, the Brewers have gone 5-5 (and they are 43-23 in 66 games at home).
Following their series with the Braves, they will head on the road to visit Bo Bichette and the New York Mets on Tuesday night at Citi Field.
Milwaukee Brewers Announce Sal Frelick Update Before Braves Series