Pratt called up by Brewers, to bat 8th in MLB debut
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Key Points:
- Cooper Pratt, the Brewers' No. 4 prospect, was promoted to the Major Leagues and will start as the team's shortstop against the Guardians, replacing infielder Luis Rengifo who was designated for assignment.
- Pratt, 21, signed an eight-year contract with the Brewers in April worth $50.75 million guaranteed, reflecting the team's confidence in him as their shortstop of the future.
- Despite early struggles in Triple-A Nashville, Pratt improved by focusing on the process rather than statistics, earning his call-up after showing steady progress.
- Brewers manager Pat Murphy, who has a longstanding relationship with Pratt's family, emphasized the high expectations and pressure Pratt will face but expressed confidence in his readiness.
- Pratt's promotion makes him one of the youngest shortstops to start a Major League game this season and places him among notable Brewers players who debuted young at the position.
