The Milwaukee Brewers announced many things on Friday, but the one that could mean the most is Corbin Burnes being named the Opening Day starter.
Burnes figured to be the man that Manager Craig Counsell would appoint as the opening day starter, and it was confirmed early Friday morning. Counsell also released the starters for the Cubs series, which you can see down below in a tweet from Brewers beat report Adam McCalvy.
Craig Counsell wasn't ready to lay out his pitching probables beyond Opening Day, but here's how they are currently lined up in the Cactus League:
— Adam McCalvy (@AdamMcCalvy) March 24, 2023
3/30 at Cubs: Burnes
4/1 at Cubs: Woodruff
4/2 at Cubs: Lauer
4/3 vs. Mets: Peralta
The Cubs will throw Marcus Stroman as their opening day starter against the Brewers, who have moved on from their longtime prized prospect Keston Huira. Huira was notified mid-day yesterday that he would miss the Brewers opening day roster along with camp invite Tyler Naquin.
#Brewers GM Matt Arnold announces the team has informed Keston Hiura he will not make the club.
— Dominic Cotroneo (@Dom_Cotroneo) March 24, 2023
They are beginning the process to pursue trades and other avenues for him.
Opening day for Major League Baseball is March 30th.
