ST. LOUIS -- Taylor Jungmann was hit so hard in Monday's 10-1 loss to the Cardinals that one scribe wondered aloud whether the Brewers right-hander had been thrown off his routine by the extensive home opener festivities at Busch Stadium.
Manager Craig Counsell pondered the theory and managed to crack a smile.
"No, he didn't ride a Clydesdale or anything," Counsell said. "I don't think I can go with that."
Jungmann lasted two-plus innings and was charged with eight runs, all earned, on eight hits, including seven for extra bases. For the record, he agreed that the Cardinals' home opener traditions had nothing to do with his very tough afternoon.