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Brewers acquire Joel Kuhnel from A's as Brian Fitzpatrick becomes 8th pitcher on injured list
- Brewers acquire Joel Kuhnel from Oakland for cash as Brian Fitzpatrick goes on 15-day IL with a left elbow strain.
- Fitzpatrick left elbow strain led to IL placement; team will seek another opinion to decide rehab or Tommy John.
- Kuhnel posted a 4.21 ERA with four saves in 25 games for the Athletics this season.
- Kuhnel has MLB experience with Cincinnati, Houston, Tampa Bay and the Athletics across 107 games.
- Brewers evaluate Kuhnel’s fit as other pitchers remain on the injured list.
- The deal adds depth as the Brewers navigate a crowded IL situation around pitching staff.
- Kuhnel’s prior major league appearances included stints with several clubs before joining Milwaukee.
- Fitzpatrick’s injury followed a pitch against Colorado, triggering evaluation of rehab vs. surgery.
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