Quinn Priester out rest of 2026 season due to surgery

Key Points:

• Quinn Priester, the Milwaukee Brewers' most reliable starting pitcher in 2025, will undergo decompression surgery to treat Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (T.O.S.), a condition causing nerve compression and loss of feeling necessary for pitching.
• The surgery, scheduled for Monday in Dallas with specialist Dr. Gregory Pearl, involves removing Priester’s first rib to alleviate nerve pressure, with an expected recovery period of 8-10 months before he can fully return to pitching.
• Priester's symptoms began last season, worsening despite various treatments including nerve-blockers, anti-inflammatories, and physical therapies, ultimately leading to the decision for surgery after months of ineffective attempts to manage the condition.
• The mental and physical toll of the condition has been significant, with Priester struggling in minor league rehab outings and relying on psychological support and his wife for strength during this challenging period.
• With four years of club control remaining, the Brewers and Priester are focused on a full recovery to ensure he returns at 100 percent for future seasons rather than risking partial improvement this year.