According to Adam McCalvy, “there is still no clear plan for Gio Gonzalez.” When it comes to being put into the rotation. He will instead work out of the bullpen in the upcoming series against the Cubs. Could this have something to do with the timing of Gonzalez being acquired and that he last pitched on Thursday?
Or is there something more to it? Gonzalez, if he starts, would be able to get six starts with an opportunity for more if the Milwaukee Brewers make it into October.
Judging by what the Milwaukee Brewers gave up in shortstop prospect Gilbert Lara, who was in their top 30 prospects, and catching prospect KJ Harrison, they may want to maximize his appearances and start Gio in a long relief role.